Myotomy

Myotomy
ICD-9-CM83.02
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Myotomy is a surgical procedure in which muscle is cut.[1] A common example of a myotomy is the Heller myotomy.

See also

References

  1. ^ Karavas, Alexandros N.; Putnam, Joe B. (1 January 2010). "CHAPTER 36 - Esophageal Diverticulum Excision and Repair". Atlas of Thoracic Surgical Techniques. W.B. Saunders. pp. 405–415. ISBN 978-1-4160-4017-0. Retrieved 17 February 2022.
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Tests and procedures on muscle and soft tissue
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  • Myotomy
    • Heller myotomy
  • Muscle biopsy
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