Achalasia Flashcards
1
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is absent or ineffective peristalsis of the distal esophagus accompanied by failure of the esophageal sphincter to relax in response to swallowing.
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Achalasia
2
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main symptom of achalasia
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Dysphagia
3
Q
what do you call the appearance achalasia in Xray?
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Birds Beak Deformity
4
Q
golden standard for diagnosing achalasia
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Manometry
5
Q
helpful in achalasia as it inhibits the contraction of smooth muscle.
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Botulinum Toxin
6
Q
treatment for achalasia which involves cutting the esophageal muscle fibers.
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Esophagomyotomy called Heller Myotomy
7
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to stretched the narrow are of the esophagus, Achalasia may be treated surgically by
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Pneumatic Dilation
