Abstract
Purpose The aim of this report was to evaluate the safety and feasibility of single-port laparoscopic Heller myotomy and Dor fundoplication (SPLHD) as treatment of pediatric esophageal achalasia. Methods A 9-year-old boy with a significant history of achalasia underwent SPLHD. The single-port was inserted using an umbilical incision. The falciform ligament and left liver lobe were raised using an elevating suture, providing good visualization of the operative field at the cardia. The Heller myotomy was planned to be 4 cm long, extending 1 cm onto the gastric wall. Results The SPLHD was successfully accomplished without the need for any skin incisions or additional ports. Oral intake was resumed on the first postoperative day, and the length of hospital stay was 8 days. The patient had complete resolution of dysphagia and regurgitation. No complications were noted, and the patient had an excellent cosmetic result. Conclusions The SPLHD is a safe and feasible procedure for symptomatic pediatric achalasia when performed by a surgeon experienced in laparoscopic and esophageal surgery.
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