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Laparoscopic repair of late perforation following Heller myotomy due to overeating

S Davakis1, A Syllaios1, A Meropouli1

  • 1Laiko General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.

Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
|February 22, 2020
PubMed

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Laparoscopic Heller myotomy is effective for achalasia but can cause esophageal perforation. This case highlights a rare late perforation successfully treated with minimally invasive laparoscopic repair.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Laparoscopic Heller myotomy is a standard treatment for esophageal achalasia.
  • Esophageal perforation is a rare but serious complication following myotomy.
  • Perforations are typically identified during or shortly after surgery.
Keywords:
Heller myotomyLaparoscopyOesophageal achalasiaOesophageal perforation

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