Oesophageal Disease (non-cancerous) Flashcards by j h | Brainscape

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Oesphageal Spasm

Clinical Features

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rare condition

irregular contraction of the oesophagus when eating and drinking

pain on swallowing, particularly with cold food and drink.

retrosternal pain when attempting to swallow, that is relieved when she stops eating and drinking

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Oesophageal Spasm

Diagnosis

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appearance of a ‘corkscrew oesophagus’ on a barium swallow

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Oesophageal Spasm

Management

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Hyoscine
Calcium channel blockers
Hydralazine.

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