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Endoscopy 1987; 19(2): 76-78
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1018241
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Esophageal Adenocarcinoma Following Heller Myotomy for Achalasia

J.-F. Gallez, F. Berger, B. Moulinier, C. Partensky
  • Service de Gastroentérologie et de Chirurgie Digestive, Pavilion H bis et Pavilion D, Hôpital Edouard Herriot, Lyon, France
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17 March 2008 (online)

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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

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