Surgery showdown: laparoscopic vs open for swallowing disorder
NCT ID NCT07177222
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 38 people with achalasia cardia, a condition where the esophagus muscle doesn't relax, making swallowing difficult. Half had laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery and half had open surgery. Researchers measured symptoms and quality of life before and after to see which approach worked better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
laparoscopic esophagocardiomyotomy (Heller myotomy) and open surgery
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could show that minimally invasive surgery provides similar or better symptom relief with faster recovery for achalasia patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 38 patients, so results may not apply to everyone. Surgery always carries risks like infection or complications.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Laparoscopic esophagocardiomyotomy
Bishkek, 720020, Kyrgyzstan