Endoscopic dilation of esophageal strictures in Laâyoune

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Endoscopic dilation of esophageal strictures in Laâyoune

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There are three techniques for dilating the esophagus:
- Savary Guillard polyvinyl candles (used on a guide wire)
- Hydrostatic balloons or TTS
- Pneumatic balloons
The objective is the disappearance or improvement of dysphagia, all benign intrinsic strictures can benefit from dilations: peptic strictures, congenital strictures, radiation strictures, posttreatment laser strictures, caustic strictures, etc.