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Dysphagia and Odynophagia Flashcards

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esophageal solids only

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mechanical/narrowing. progressive: cancer (or stricture in heartburn setting) non progressive: b ring

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liquid issue

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neuromuscular

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achalasia

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liquids and food issue- inflammation at LES, destruction of NO neurons.. ACH unopposed, excessive contraction. bird beak. chagas. sugarcoated: POEM!

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distal esophageal spasm

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premature contractions. chest pain. stuff sticks

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jackhammer esophagus

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hyper, prolonged contractions. chest pain. normal LES pressure

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scleroderm

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weak contractions, low LES pressure, reflux

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