Robotic Achalasia Surgery (Heller Myotomy)

Precise esophageal myotomy for Achalasia Cardia.

About This Procedure

Achalasia is a rare esophageal disorder where the lower sphincter fails to relax during swallowing. Robotic Heller myotomy — precise division of the LES muscle fibers — provides lasting relief in 90%+ patients.

90%+ symptom relief • Hospital stay: 1–2 days

What to Expect

Symptoms & Diagnosis

Progressive difficulty swallowing (solids & liquids)
Regurgitation of undigested food
Chest pain and weight loss
Diagnosed via manometry, barium swallow, endoscopy
Affects ~1 in 100,000 people

The Procedure

Muscle fibers divided over 6–8cm on esophagus
2–3cm extension onto gastric cardia
Mucosa (inner lining) meticulously preserved
Tremor-free instruments for delicate dissection
Combined with partial fundoplication (prevents reflux)

Results

90%+ symptom relief rate
Dramatic swallowing improvement within days
Hospital stay: 1–2 days
Normal diet in 2–3 weeks
85–90% sustained relief at 10 years

Why Choose Dr. Wadhawan for Achalasia Surgery

90%+ symptom relief

Precise mucosal preservation

Combined anti-reflux procedure

Rapid symptom improvement

Long-lasting results (10+ years)

POEM also available for selected patients

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Expert robotic Heller myotomy for achalasia with 90%+ symptom relief at Max Hospital, Dwarka.

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