Clinical Outcomes and Complications for Achalasia Patients Admitted After Per-Oral Endoscopic Myotomy

Abstract

Background: Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a rapidly emerging minimally invasive procedure for management of achalasia. Same-day discharge after POEM is safe and feasible; however, some patients may need hospitalization. We aimed to identify characteristics and outcomes for achalasia patients requiring hospitalizations after POEM in the United States (US).