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Endoscopy 1987; 19(2): 76-78
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1018241
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1018241
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© Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New York
Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Following Heller Myotomy for Achalasia
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Publication History
Publication Date:
17 March 2008 (online)
Summary
We describe a patient who developed an esophageal adenocarcinoma 25 years after esophagomyotomy for achalasia. The tumor arose in a Barrett's esophagus, suggesting gastroesophageal acid reflux following the Heller procedure.
Key words:
Esophageal adenocarcinoma - Achalasia - Barrett's esophagus