An updated incidence of paediatric achalasia and number of myotomies performed in the United Kingdom

Abstract

Achalasia is a rare condition characterised by an absent oesophageal peristalsis and a non‐relaxing lower oesophageal sphincter. The incidence of paediatric achalasia is poorly studied and inconsistently reported. We aimed to provide an up to date incidence of paediatric achalasia in the UK.