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  • 1Department of Surgery, Klinikum Grosshadern, University of Munich, Marchioninistrasse 15, 81377 Munich, Germany. thomas.huettl@med.uni-muenchen.de

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This study introduces a novel laparoscopic partial myectomy in pigs, creating a reliable animal model for testing gastroesophageal reflux disease treatments. The procedure effectively induces esophageal sphincter insufficiency for experimental evaluation.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Animal Models

Background:

  • Existing treatments for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) lack sufficient experimental data for novel laparoscopic techniques.
  • Current animal models are inadequate for studying esophageal sphincter function, hindering the evaluation of antireflux procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a new animal model for evaluating surgical treatments targeting the gastroesophageal junction.
  • To create a reliable method for inducing esophageal sphincter insufficiency in a preclinical setting.

Main Methods:

  • A laparoscopic partial myectomy of the esophagus was performed on eight male German house pigs.
  • The procedure involved creating a 6 x 1.5 cm myectomy using scissors and a sponge.

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  • Intensive team training on cadavers preceded the in vivo procedures.

    • Main Results:

    • The laparoscopic partial myectomy successfully created significant esophageal sphincter insufficiency in all animals.
    • Mean sphincter pressure decreased from 7.7 mmHg preoperatively to 2.2 mmHg postoperatively and 2.3 mmHg at 8 weeks (p < 0.001).
    • Endoscopy and reflux testing confirmed pathological changes consistent with GERD compared to controls.

    Conclusions:

    • Laparoscopic partial myectomy is a viable technique that results in significant sphincter insufficiency with minimal morbidity.
    • This model provides a platform for the experimental evaluation of novel surgical procedures for the gastroesophageal junction.
    • The developed model enables preclinical assessment of antireflux procedures before clinical application.