What is Achalasia.
Achalasia is a rare disease of the muscle of the lower esophageal body and the lower esophageal sphincter that prevents relaxation of the sphincter and an absence of contractions, or peristalsis, of the esophagus.
The cause of achalasia is unknown; however, there is degeneration of the esophageal muscles and, more importantly, the nerves that control the muscles.
Achalasia usually manifests itself with difficulty swallowing, chest pain, regurgitation or throwing up, Luckily multiple treatment options are available for this disorder.
POEM (Per Oral Endoscopic Myotomy)
POEM is a minimally invasive procedure which releases the valve at the end of your esophagus relieving your difficulty to swallow.
Heller myotomy
Heller myotomy is a minimally invasive procedure that releases the lower esophageal valve and prevents acid reflux from happening. This is usually performed robotically with 4 small incisions with the help of the surgical robot.