The Robotic approach to Heller myotomy and Dor fundoplication provides excellent visualization
of the layers of the esophageal wall, which helps in decreasing the rate of mucosal
injury.
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Publication history
Published online: August 19, 2022
Accepted:
July 29,
2022
Received in revised form:
July 23,
2022
Received:
August 9,
2021
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Disclosures: M.G.H. consults and provided educational service for Intuitive Surgical. S.K. reported no conflicts of interest.
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