Background The introduction of high-resolution manometry and the Chicago classification
has made it possible to diagnose achalasia and predict treatment response accurately. The …

These guidelines on oesophageal manometry and gastro-oesophageal reflux monitoring
supersede those produced in 2006. Since 2006 there have been significant technological …

Abstract Purpose of Review This review presents an overview of the diagnostic approach to
esophageal dysphagia and summarizes recent epidemiological trends and technical …

Introduction High-resolution esophageal manometry (HREM) is essential in characterizing
achalasia subtype and the extent of affected segment to plan the myotomy starting point …

Abstract Background and Aim Optimal treatment modalities for each of the three subtypes of
achalasia are still under debate. Differences in prognosis and long‐term outcomes between …

Background Accurate measurement of anal sphincter function is potentially of value in
defining treatment of common pelvic floor disorders. The aim of this study was to establish …

Introduction. The utilization of high-resolution manometry (HRM) has enhanced our
understanding and assessment of esophageal motor disorders. Moreover, the combination …

Background Nitric oxide (NO) mediates inhibitory neurotransmission and is a critical
component of neuronal programs that generate propulsive contractions. NO acts via its …

Introduction: Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) has been established as an alternative
endoscopic method for the treatment of achalasia, and several studies have confirmed its …

La palabra 'acalasia'es un neologismo de origen griego, acuñado por el médico inglés Sir
Edwin Cooper en 1913, y significa: sin calidad de relajación. La acalasia es una …