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Achalasia Flashcards

1
Q

what is it

A

intermittent dysphagia

impaired relaxation of LOS

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what are symptoms

A 
intermittent dysphagia for solids and liquids 
regurgitation particularly at night 
chest pain (spasms)
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3
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how to diagnose

A

CXR shows dilated oesophagus and fluid level

barium swallow - bird peak appearance

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how is it treated

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mainly palliative
nifedipine can be tried (CBB - decreasing LOS pressure)
endoscopic/surgical intervention

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