Esophageal Achalasia: Diagnostic Evaluation.
review · Level V
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 35195753.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1007/s00268-022-06483-3 and PMC identifier 9174137.
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Abstract
A precise diagnosis is key to the successful treatment of achalasia. Barium swallow, upper endoscopy and high-resolution manometry provide the necessary information about a patient's anatomy, absence of other diseases, and type of achalasia (I, II, III). High-resolution manometry also has prognostic value, the best results of treatment being obtained in type II achalasia according to the Chicago classification. Abdominal CT scanning and endoscopic ultrasound might be warranted if an underlying malignancy is suspected.
Medical subject headings
- Esophageal Achalasia