Peroral endoscopic myotomy in children with achalasia: A review of the literature

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World J Gastrointest Endosc. Sep 16, 2025; 17(9): 108639
Published online Sep 16, 2025. doi: 10.4253/wjge.v17.i9.108639

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Figure 1 Schematic representation of peroral endoscopic myotomy steps. A: Insertion of the endoscope into the submucosal space through a mucosotomy; B: Creation of a submucosal tunnel distally; C: Myotomy performed with electrocautery; D: Inspection of the tunnel after the myotomy; E: Repair of the mucosal incision with endoscopic clips.

Citation: Belimezakis N, Gianni P, Geropoulos G, Giannis D. Peroral endoscopic myotomy in children with achalasia: A review of the literature. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2025; 17(9): 108639
URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-5190/full/v17/i9/108639.htm
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4253/wjge.v17.i9.108639