Pneumatic dilatation of achalasia cardia with indigenous pneumatic dilator.

Fifteen patients with achalasia cardia underwent pneumatic dilatation using an indigenous pneumatic dilator. The dilator was prepared using a Levin's tube, latex condoms and silk cloth and was introduced under vision with the help of an endoscope. Clinical improvement was seen in all the patients whereas radiological improvement occurred in 11 patients. There were no procedure-related complications.