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Esophageal achalasia

消化内科

Common symptoms

慈彦华、进食困难、气急、呃逆

The pathology of disease

Esophageal achalasia is loss of ganglion cells in myenteric plexus; involves thoracic esophagus; mid/lower most obvious. Absent peristalsis, high LES pressure, impaired relaxation. Dysphagia/regurgitation/substernal discomfort. Rare 1/100,000; age 20-39.

Common Symptoms

Dysphagia; regurgitation; substernal discomfort

Causes

Idiopathic ganglion cell loss; Chagas disease.

Treatment

Balloon dilation; Heller myotomy; botulinum toxin

Prevention

No prevention.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the gastroenterology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.