By Mr Amyn Haji
08.03.22
Colorectal surgeon
An expert guide to POEM treatment for achalasia
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 procedure used to fcailitate the passage of food. We invited highly respcted consultant colorectal and general surgeon Mr Amyn Haji to explain how the procedure is performed and the risks and advantages it offers patients.