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Training in esophageal peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) on an ex vivo porcine model: learning curve study and training strategy
Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a very effective treatment for achalasia. However, training remains non-standardized. We evaluated a training curriculum, including ex vivo cases, followed by patients’ cas...
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Assessment of long-term results of repeated dilations and impact of a scheduled program of dilations for refractory esophageal strictures: a retrospective case–control study
In patients with benign and refractory esophageal strictures (BES), repeating initial dilations in short intervals could be recommended, but little data are available to validate this strategy. Our aim was to ...
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Efficacy of per-oral endoscopic myotomy for the treatment of non-achalasia esophageal motor disorders
Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is effective in achalasia. The objective of this study was to evaluate the short-term clinical efficacy of POEM in non-achalasia esophageal motility disorders (NAEMD).
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Three-dimensional high-resolution anorectal manometry in functional anorectal disorders: results from a large observational cohort study
The aim of the study was to describe the results of 3D high-resolution anorectal manometry (3DHRAM) in a large cohort of patients with functional anorectal disorders.
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Prevalence of Fecal Incontinence in Adults with Cystic Fibrosis
Patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) are deemed at risk of develo** urinary incontinence (UI) due to repeated coughing and other factors causing increased pressure on the pelvic floor. Fecal incontinence (FI) ...