Editorial
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World J Gastroenterol. Aug 7, 2024; 30(29): 3461-3464
Published online Aug 7, 2024. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i29.3461
Gastroesophageal reflux following peroral endoscopic myotomy for achalasia: Bumps in the road to success
David Itskoviz, Stephen David Howard Malnick
David Itskoviz, Kaplan Medical Center, Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hebrew University Medical School of Jerusalem, Rehovot 76100, Israel
Stephen David Howard Malnick, Kaplan Medical Center, Department of Internal Medicine C, Hebrew University Medical School of Jerusalem, Rehovot 76100, Israel
Author contributions: Itskoviz D reviewed the literature and wrote the editorial draft; Malnick SDH reviewed the literature, and reviewed and edited the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: David Itskoviz, MD, Doctor, Kaplan Medical Center, Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hebrew University Medical School of Jerusalem, Pasternak Street, Rehovot 76100, Israel. dudyi@clalit.org.il
Received: March 10, 2024
Revised: May 16, 2024
Accepted: July 10, 2024
Published online: August 7, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a valuable treatment for achalasia, although the occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) following this procedure is a major concern among patients and caregivers. In this editorial, we will address the true meaning of acidic reflux after POEM, discuss the factors that need to be taken into account to prevent post-POEM GERD, and outline the treatment options available when it occurs.