Why the study?
What are the early and late results of Heller's operation for achalasia of the cardia?
Population
30 patients with achalasia of the cardia
Design
Case_series
Follow-up
1 year to 10 years or more
Authors
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Heller myotomy yields early dysphagia relief yet risks late severe reflux; leaves open optimal long-term strategy in achalasia.
What are the early and late results of Heller's operation for achalasia of the cardia?
Heller's operation provides excellent early relief of dysphagia in achalasia, but carries a significant risk of severe reflux oesophagitis in the long term.
Barker et al. (1971) studied this question.
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