Endoscopic and Surgical Advances in Achalasia Treatment

Minimally invasive strategies are transforming achalasia management.

Laparoscopic myotomy, POEM, and emerging techniques like peroral oesophageal plication show promising outcomes.
Individualized treatment based on high-resolution manometry, patient co-morbidities, and procedural risks is now essential.

Comprehensive treatment offers significant symptom relief and quality-of-life improvement.

Addressing post-treatment reflux and surveillance for malignancy remains critical for long-term patient care.

Review by Conner A, Wills MV (…) Lee Y et 7 al. in Br J Surg

© The Author(s) 2026. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of BJS Foundation Ltd.

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