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Achalasia
Research from Sichuan University reveals new findings on achalAsia
April 27th, 2008
According to recent research from Chengdu, People's Republic of China, " The selection of the type of fundoplication or the necessity for an added fundoplication after esophagomyotomy (Heller's operation) for the treatment of achalasia remains controversial. The present retrospective study was designed to compare the long-term results of total and partial fundoplication on the myotomized esophagus." " Between 1978 and 1998, a total of 64 consecutive patients with achalasia or diffuse esophageal spasm underwent esophagomyotomy and an antireflux operation via a left thoracotomy approach. Twenty-one had a total fundoplication (Nissen Group) during the period 1978-1983....
Source: Pharma Investments, Ventures & Law Weekly (2008-04-27)
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