Taming type III achalasia and coexisting diverticula with complex surgical history with peroral endoscopic myotomy
Epiphrenic esophageal diverticulum is a rare condition often linked to an underlying motility disorder, typically achalasia. Symptoms primarily mirror the underlying motility issue and include dysphagia, regurgitation, heartburn, and respiratory problems. Diagnosis relies on EGD and barium esophagogram, with manometry offering supplementary insights. Surgical options were previously preferred, including laparoscopic Heller myotomy with partial fundoplication. Diverticulectomy may be considered selectively.
Authors
- Zachary Jurkowski
- Mohamad Hijazi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5812-2375)
- Mhd Kutaiba Albuni
- Venkata Muddana (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8633-4436)
- B. Clément
Institutions
- Good Samaritan Hospital (US)
- TriHealth (US)
- University of Cincinnati (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- VideoGIE
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vgie.2024.12.010
- Primary Topic
- Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00