Systematic review reports 94.8% technical success in achalasia patients undergoing POEM with fundoplication, suggesting it may reduce reflux incidence.
Key Points
High technical success rate of 94.8% indicates POEM with fundoplication is effective for achalasia treatment.
Eckardt scores significantly improved from 8.3 pre-op to 1.08 post-op, showing symptom relief among patients.
Identified adverse events included 20.65% development of esophagitis, highlighting the need for careful post-operative monitoring.
Mean hospital stay was 2.27 days, suggesting a relatively quick recovery following the procedure.