What is myotomy?

myotomy is any surgery in which Svan is cut. A common example is the procedure known as Heller myotomy. This operation is used to treat achalasia, a condition in which Cardia is unable to relax properly and the patient is unable to swallow liquid or food. This procedure was risky and had a very long recovery time. A more modern form is performed using minimal laparoscopic techniques, otherwise known as keyhole surgery. These speed regeneration and significantly reduce risks.

Heller myotomy is performed by cutting the muscles of the cardia, the lower esophagus sphincter. This allows food and liquids to go into the stomach. Before the procedure, the patient is given general anesthesia to make sure that they are not awake during surgery.

The abdominal wall is made five or six small cuts. Laparoscopoblast ch. If there are no complications during surgery, patients will be able to start with liquid in the same den. They will be able to start eating solid food within two to three days.

The patient undergoing this operation may be in the hospital for two to three days. During the week they should be able to return to work. If their work involves severe lifting or strenuous exercise, patients may be advised to delay this activity for approximately eight weeks.

Heller's myotomy is considered a long -term possibility. Most patients who have undergone this require no further treatment. The operation does not constantly correct the basic cause of Achalasia and the condition does not completely disappear. However, it gives patients a significantly improved ability to eat food and drink liquids.