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Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy and Toupet Fundoplication. World journal of surgery Alimi, Y. R., Esquivel, M. M., Hawn, M. T. 2022

Abstract

Esophageal achalasia is a primary motility disorder of unknown origin. The goal of treatment is to eliminate the resistance caused by a non-relaxing lower esophageal sphincter, therefore allowing passage of foodand liquid from the esophagus into the stomach. A myotomy with a partial fundoplication (anterior Doror posteriorToupet) is considered the standard of care for patients with achalasia. In the following review, we describe the indications and technique for a posterior partial fundoplication (Toupet).

View details for DOI 10.1007/s00268-022-06471-7

View details for PubMedID 35220453