Endoscopic Management of Gastroparesis

Abstract

Gastroparesis is a complex pathology that continues to evolve in its diagnosis and treatment. Throughout the years, we have gained a more thorough understanding of normal and pathologic physiology of the stomach, which has allowed us to garner different approaches to the treatment of gastroparesis. We aim to evaluate the current literature regarding diagnosis and treatment of gastroparesis with a specific focus on the endoscopic management of this pathology.

Keywords

gastroparesis - management of gastroparesis - endoscopic management

Publication History

Received: 12 January 2021

Accepted: 03 March 2021

Article published online:
06 May 2021

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