Peroral endoscopic myotomy versus pneumatic dilation for achalasia in patients aged ≥ 65 years
Background and aim: Both peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) and pneumatic dilation (PD) has proved to be effective for treating achalasia in patients aged ≥ 65 years. However little is known about the comparison between POEM and PD. The aim of the study was to compare the safety and efficacy of POEM...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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| Series: | Revista Espanola de Enfermedades Digestivas |
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