The disorder that occurs in this food pipe is termed as oesophageal disorders
POEM is a cutting-edge therapeutic endoscopic procedure used to treat disorders associated with swallowing, most commonly for Achalasia, make eating and drinking an uncomfortable and unpleasant experience. POEM is a relatively new minimally invasive approach that uses high-definition endoscopic technology for treatment that offers long-term symptom relief.
In the process of POEM, a surgeon uses flexible tubes called an endoscope that can be passed through the mouth and relax the lower oesophagus sphincter muscles. To transform the submucosal layer of the oesophagus and proximal stomach into a tunnel, POEM utilies the principles of the submucosal endoscopy. The process requires a flexible endoscope for performing oesophageal and gastric myotomy. The endoscope has a camera attached to it that helps the doctor to see and examine the surfaces of the oesophagus on a monitor. The procedure takes approximately two to three hours, and a patient is expected to stay in the hospital for an average of two days for monitoring and to receive intravenous antibiotics.
Surgeons at CUSP perform POEM to treat the following disease:
Surgeons at CUSP are among the first in the country to offer POEM. Here is what care a patient must take before and after the procedure:
Our Surgeons at CUSP hold an international reputation for excellence in advanced endoscopic techniques for treating swallowing disorders. We follow a multidisciplinary approach to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that meets the individual needs of patients and give them permanent relief from the symptoms of swallowing disorders.
It is critical to profoundly understand what really matters to patients when it comes to disease management and treatment expectations.