What is Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)?
Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) is an endoscopic surgical intervention to treat spasms between the muscles in the esophagus. This procedure, which is especially used for diseases such as achalasia (esophageal muscles not working properly), improves the patient’s swallowing functions by eliminating the muscle blockage that prevents the passage of food in the esophagus.
How to Make a POEM?
The POEM procedure is performed through the mouth with an endoscopic device. The doctor removes the blockage by cutting the muscle layer through an endoscope inserted into the esophagus. The procedure is usually minimally invasive and patients have a shorter recovery time. Patients are usually kept under sedation during the POEM procedure.
POEM Symptoms and Conditions Requiring POEM
POEM is especially recommended for the following conditions:
- Achalasia (esophageal muscles not working properly)
- Dysphagia and difficulty in food transit
- Inadequate treatment of reflux disease
- Delayed gastric emptying and digestive problems
Treatment Methods
The POEM procedure is performed by cutting the muscles of the esophagus in a regular pattern, which makes it easier for food to pass through. After treatment, patients can usually return to normal activities within a few days.
Why Metropol Health Group?
Metropol Health Group stands out with high success rates and expertise in POEM procedures. We safely offer POEM treatment with high quality endoscopic devices, experienced gastroenterologists and advanced techniques that accelerate patients’ recovery processes.
