Robotic-assisted laparoscopic pediatric Heller's cardiomyotomy: initial case report

J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2004 Oct;14(5):270-3. doi: 10.1089/lap.2004.14.270.

Abstract

Achalasia is well documented in the pediatric age group. The treatment is primarily surgical, via the laparoscopic approach. This report describes two cases in which patients underwent successful robotic-assisted laparoscopic Heller's myotomy. The advantages of this novel approach are discussed, with a special emphasis on its applications to the pediatric population.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Esophageal Achalasia / surgery*
  • Esophagoplasty / methods*
  • Female
  • Fundoplication
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy / methods
  • Male
  • Robotics*
  • Treatment Outcome