The Endoscopic Combo Technique: Long-Term Outcomes in Treating Patients with Primary Achalasia
Achalasia is a primary esophageal motility disorder characterized by the absence of esophageal peristalsis and impaired relaxation of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) in response to swallowing. The annual incidence of achalasia is approximately 1.6 per 100,000 individuals worldwide and prevalence of 10 cases per 100,000 individuals. Patients present usually with progressive dysphagia to solids …