Esophagectomy for End-Stage Achalasia

Esophagectomy for achalasia is reserved for patients with end-stage disease for whom prior treatment has failed. Esophagectomy can be performed safely through a variety of techniques. Conduit options include stomach, colon, and small intestine. There are many potential complications following esophagectomy. Outcomes of esophagectomy for achalasia are good when performed in experienced surgical centers.

Automated summary

Esophagectomy for achalasia is recommended for patients with end-stage disease and treatment failure. The surgery can be safely performed using various techniques, with options for the replacement conduit being the stomach, colon, or small intestine. Complications may occur after esophagectomy, but experienced surgical centers yield favorable outcomes.