Esophageal Spasm Flashcards
1
Q
Which portion of the esophagus is affected in esophageal spasm?
A
Distal 2/3
2
Q
What could cause esophageal spasm?
A
GERD, due to impaired inhibitory innervation
3
Q
Signs and sx of esophageal spasm?
A
Dysphagia
Lifting neck or throwing shoulders back
Regurgitation
4
Q
What imaging should be done for esophageal spasm?
A
CXR
Barium esophagography
Endoscopy
5
Q
How should you treat esophageal spasm?
A
PPI if GERD is present
Eat smaller bites
Botulinum toxin
6
Q
When would you MEDEVAC esophageal spasm?
A
If feeding becomes an issue
