POEM Surgery
Supported by China's top gastroenterology endoscopy expert team, we offer internationally leading POEM (Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy) super minimally invasive treatment, addressing achalasia at its root, with no incisions on the body surface, rapid recovery, and immediate results.
Included Services
Not Included
Suitable Conditions
Achalasia
Our Service Process
Making your medical journey affordable and hassle-free
Pre-surgery Diagnosis and Assessment
Diagnose and classify achalasia using gastroscopy, esophageal manometry, and barium swallow tests to assess suitability for POEM surgery.
Preoperative Preparation
Conduct necessary blood tests, ECG, etc., and fast before surgery.
Undergo POEM Surgery
Performed under general anesthesia, completely painless. Main steps include: creating a submucosal tunnel → endoscopic myotomy → closing the tunnel entry.
Postoperative Monitoring
Post-surgery requires a brief fasting period, followed by a gradual transition to liquid and semi-liquid diets. The doctor will closely monitor for any signs of fever or chest pain.
Discharge and Recovery
Hospital observation for 3-5 days, and discharge is possible once swallowing function stabilizes. After discharge, a soft diet should still be followed for a short period.
Long-term Follow-up
Regular post-operative check-ups to assess long-term efficacy and improvement in quality of life.
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Key Benefits
No Incisions, Internal Healing
The surgery is performed through the oral cavity, operating within the esophageal wall, leaving no scars on the body surface. This truly achieves 'non-invasive' treatment with minimal discomfort for the patient.
Immediate Results, Enjoy Food
Postoperative symptoms of swallowing difficulty are immediately and significantly alleviated, with lasting and definite efficacy, allowing patients to quickly return to normal diet and life.
Short Hospital Stay, Quick Recovery
Postoperative recovery is fast, with hospital stays typically only 3-5 days, much shorter than traditional surgery, greatly reducing the impact on life and work.
Internationally Advanced, Chinese Expertise
China ranks among the world leaders in both the technical level and the number of POEM surgeries, yet the costs are much lower than in countries like the USA, Europe, and Japan.
What is POEM surgery?
POEM (Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy) is a revolutionary ultra-minimally invasive treatment technique. It cleverly uses an endoscope to create a tunnel in the submucosal layer of the esophagus, then precisely cuts the spasmodic and constricted circular muscle (lower esophageal sphincter) within the tunnel, fundamentally relieving the obstruction and restoring the sphincter's 'open-close' function.
What is Achalasia?
This is a rare esophageal motility disorder. Simply put, the 'valve' (lower esophageal sphincter) at the lower end of the esophagus malfunctions, failing to relax when it should, causing food and liquid to be unable to enter the stomach smoothly, accumulating in the esophagus.
Patients primarily endure immense suffering, severely affecting nutritional intake and quality of life.
Why Choose Us
Technical Equipment Advantage
Equipped with the latest Olympus/Fujifilm 290 series high-definition electronic endoscopes, specialized electrosurgical knives (HybridKnife, DualKnife, etc.), and a carbon dioxide insufflation system, our equipment is in sync with top international centers, ensuring surgical safety and precision.
Expert Team Advantage
Led by senior experts from the Chinese Society of Digestive Endoscopy, our team completes hundreds of POEM procedures annually, with skilled techniques and extensive experience in managing intraoperative complications.
Scale and Experience Advantage
China has the largest patient population and surgical volume in the world. Chinese doctors' skills and proficiency in POEM techniques have gained wide international recognition.
Accessibility and Cost-effectiveness Advantage
China's technology in this field is very mature and widespread, with short waiting times and highly attractive costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the effect of POEM surgery permanent? Will it recur?
The long-term efficacy of POEM surgery is very certain, with a success rate of over 90%. The vast majority of patients achieve lasting relief. A very small number of patients may experience symptom recurrence due to incomplete muscle incision or individual physical reasons, but the incidence is very low. Even if recurrence occurs, most can undergo endoscopic treatment again.
Is the surgery safe? What are the risks?
In experienced medical centers, POEM is a very safe technique. The main risks include: mucosal layer damage/perforation, subcutaneous emphysema, mediastinal emphysema, bleeding, and infection. These complications are manageable by a skilled endoscopic team.
What dietary precautions should be taken post-surgery?
Post-surgery, a gradual dietary progression should be followed: fasting for 1-2 days; then gradually transitioning: clear liquids → full liquids → semi-liquids → soft foods; about 1-2 weeks later, normal diet can be resumed gradually, but it is still recommended to chew thoroughly and avoid overly hard or hot foods.
Ready to review this treatment plan?
Send your medical records and travel needs. We will help match hospitals and coordinate the next steps in China.