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Treatment/Procedure: Heller Myotomy

Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy is a minimally invasive procedure that opens the tight lower esophageal sphincter (a ring of muscle between the esophagus and the stomach) by performing a myotomy (cutting the thick muscle of the lower part of the esophagus and the upper part of the stomach) to relieve the difficulty swallowing.

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Resources Related to Heller Myotomy

Gastrointestinal Complications (Article)

Gastrointestinal complications (e.g., constipation, fecal impaction, bowel obstruction, diarrhea) can result from cancer or its treatment.

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Conditions Related to Heller Myotomy

UAMS providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

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Providers Performing Heller Myotomy

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe Heller Myotomy for all conditions related to it. Review each provider for availability.

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Katy A. Marino, M.D.

Katy A. Marino, M.D. Thoracic Surgeon

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Locations Providing Heller Myotomy

Note that Heller Myotomy may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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Gastroenterology Clinic

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-603-1900
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Areas of Expertise for Heller Myotomy

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Digestive Health

With highly skilled and trained specialists and the latest technology, UAMS Health's digestive health services are the most complete in the state.

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