Medical articles of Achalasia

Achalasia is a rare disorder of the oesophagus where the lower oesophageal sphincter (LOS) fails to relax properly, making it difficult for food and liquids to pass into the stomach. While non-surgica...

Achalasia, an unusual conditon where food cannot pass easily from the food pipe to the stomach, often requires surgical treatment. Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a minimally-invasive, surgical p...

If you've recently found that you're finding it difficult to pass food, even after drinking water, it may be a case of achalasia. Find out how you can get tested for this condition, what all the sympt...

If you're having difficulty in swallowing both drinks and solid foods, then you may be experiencing achalasia, a rare condition that is often overlooked. Read more from our expert surgeon Professor Mu...