Post-POEM reflux: who ’s at risk?
ConclusionsReflux is common after POEM. A majority of patients with a positive BRAVO study are asymptomatic, which is concerning. Objective follow-up is of paramount importance with upper endoscopy and ambulatory pH monitoring being the gold standard. Elevated preoperative Eckardt score and esophagitis are associated with post-POEM reflux. This population warrants close surveillance.
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research
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