During the procedure, the doctor puts an endoscope from your throat to the esophagus. Then, a balloon or a dilator is inserted to stretch the esophagus. People with GERD are given medications to ...

The doctor uses an endoscope to insert a balloon in the valve between the esophagus and stomach. The balloon is inflated to stretch the tight muscles. You might need this procedure several times ...

Esophageal dilation: Strictures, or narrowing of the esophagus, can make swallowing difficult. In this procedure, your ...