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Esophageal Spasm pg 2204 Flashcards

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pathophysiology of esophageal spasm:

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motility disorder in distal 2/3rds of the esophagus and impaired relaxation of the LES. Could be caused by GERD

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signs and sx of esophageal spasm

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dysphagia
substernal discomfort
lifting neck and throwing shoulders to enhance gastric emptying
regurgitation

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RAD for esophageal spasm:

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CXR
Barium esophagraphy
endoscopy

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treatment for esophageal spasm

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PPI if GERD is present
reduce sx
eat smaller food

invasive procedures such as botox

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