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Oesophagectomy for achalasia in a child

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A 12-year-old girl with a long history of achalasia and numerous unsuccessful attempts at treatment is discussed. Investigation and management by oesophagectomy are described, with a discussion of achalasia in childhood and of the role of oesophagectomy in achalasia.

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  1. Division of Paediatric Surgery, 154/28 Johannesburg Hospital, University of the Witwatersrand Medical School, P. Bag X39, 2000, Johannesburg, South Africa

    U. U. Gerard, P. G. Beale & M. R. Q. Davies

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Gerard, U.U., Beale, P.G. & Davies, M.R.Q. Oesophagectomy for achalasia in a child. Pediatr Surg Int 8, 335–338 (1993). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00173359

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