Publications by authors named "Dimitrios Zachariadis"

Article Synopsis
  • Z-POEM is a special procedure to treat a problem called Zenker's diverticulum (ZD) and can be done in different ways that might be quicker and safer.
  • In a study with 20 patients, they tried three methods and found that the new techniques (single-tunnel and tunnel-free) took less time than the standard method.
  • All patients got better from their swallowing problems, and the new methods showed good results and safety, suggesting they could be better options for treating ZD.
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Background: Studies of learning experience in endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) commonly originate from the East. Little is known about the performance of ESD in low-volume western centers. Furthermore, it is unclear whether ESD can be self-taught without a tutored approach.

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