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BMJ Case Reports
Achalasia is characterised by incomplete relaxation of the lower oesophageal sphincter and aberrant oesophageal peristaltic activity resulting in impaired oesophageal emptying. This rare condition in pregnancy is unique as both the disease and its treatment are associated with fetomaternal risks and complications.
Zafirah Akmal Azahar +3 more
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Achalasia is characterised by incomplete relaxation of the lower oesophageal sphincter and aberrant oesophageal peristaltic activity resulting in impaired oesophageal emptying. This rare condition in pregnancy is unique as both the disease and its treatment are associated with fetomaternal risks and complications.
Zafirah Akmal Azahar +3 more
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Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey, 2006
Achalasia is a motor disorder of the esophageal smooth muscle in which the lower esophageal sphincter does not relax normally with swallowing, and the esophageal body undergoes nonperistaltic contractions. The underlying abnormality is the loss of intramural neurons. Achalasia affects men and women of all ages.
Victoria, Khudyak +2 more
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Achalasia is a motor disorder of the esophageal smooth muscle in which the lower esophageal sphincter does not relax normally with swallowing, and the esophageal body undergoes nonperistaltic contractions. The underlying abnormality is the loss of intramural neurons. Achalasia affects men and women of all ages.
Victoria, Khudyak +2 more
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Postgraduate Medicine, 1993
Achalasia is a primary esophageal motor disorder that is characterized by dysphagia, regurgitation, and chest pain. The diagnosis is suggested by narrowing with the classic "bird's beak" appearance of the distal esophagus. Esophageal manometry showing aperistalsis confirms the diagnosis. Pseudo-achalasia must be excluded with endoscopy.
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Achalasia is a primary esophageal motor disorder that is characterized by dysphagia, regurgitation, and chest pain. The diagnosis is suggested by narrowing with the classic "bird's beak" appearance of the distal esophagus. Esophageal manometry showing aperistalsis confirms the diagnosis. Pseudo-achalasia must be excluded with endoscopy.
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Chest Surgery Clinics of North America, 1994
Achalasia, a disease of unknown cause, is characterized by absence of peristalsis in the esophagus body and incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) in response to swallowing. This article reviews the history and pathogenesis of achalasia along with clinical manifestations, diagnosis and management options relating to the disease.
C J, Magovern, N K, Altorki
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Achalasia, a disease of unknown cause, is characterized by absence of peristalsis in the esophagus body and incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) in response to swallowing. This article reviews the history and pathogenesis of achalasia along with clinical manifestations, diagnosis and management options relating to the disease.
C J, Magovern, N K, Altorki
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American Journal of Medical Genetics, 1980
AbstractThe authors report the combination of achalasia, microcephaly, and mental retardation in three surviving sisters and similar manifestations in a brother who died after recurrent vomiting and respiratory infections. The achalasia in the females was relieved with an operation. There was no demonstrable chromosomal abnormality.
Kenneth W. Dumars +3 more
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AbstractThe authors report the combination of achalasia, microcephaly, and mental retardation in three surviving sisters and similar manifestations in a brother who died after recurrent vomiting and respiratory infections. The achalasia in the females was relieved with an operation. There was no demonstrable chromosomal abnormality.
Kenneth W. Dumars +3 more
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BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 1987
Summary. Forty‐one women with achalasia diagnosed between the ages of 18 and 45 years were interviewed and 37 of them who had been married at some time were asked to provide details of their fertility and reproductive histories. Thirty‐six agreed to do so and were compared with 36 healthy age‐matched women. The mean age at the time of study was 44 and
J F, Mayberry, M, Atkinson
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Summary. Forty‐one women with achalasia diagnosed between the ages of 18 and 45 years were interviewed and 37 of them who had been married at some time were asked to provide details of their fertility and reproductive histories. Thirty‐six agreed to do so and were compared with 36 healthy age‐matched women. The mean age at the time of study was 44 and
J F, Mayberry, M, Atkinson
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Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques, 2003
Achalasia is a rare neurologic deficit of the esophagus, producing a syndrome of impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter and decreased motility of the esophageal body for which the cause is unknown. The resultant chronic esophageal stasis produces discomforting symptoms that can be managed with medication, chemical paralysis of the lower ...
Shawn D, St Peter, James M, Swain
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Achalasia is a rare neurologic deficit of the esophagus, producing a syndrome of impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter and decreased motility of the esophageal body for which the cause is unknown. The resultant chronic esophageal stasis produces discomforting symptoms that can be managed with medication, chemical paralysis of the lower ...
Shawn D, St Peter, James M, Swain
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Current Gastroenterology Reports, 1999
Achalasia is a rare but important condition affecting the myenteric neurons of the esophagus. A number of studies have provided evidence for the preservation of cholinergic innervation to the esophagus in achalasia. This forms the rationale for the treatment of achalasia with botulinum toxin.
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Achalasia is a rare but important condition affecting the myenteric neurons of the esophagus. A number of studies have provided evidence for the preservation of cholinergic innervation to the esophagus in achalasia. This forms the rationale for the treatment of achalasia with botulinum toxin.
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2007
In 1913 Heller reported the first esophageal myotomy for achalasia through a left thoracotomy. Over the years, the transabdominal approach has been extensively adopted, especially in Europe. More recently, laparoscopy has emerged as the initial intervention of choice in several institutions throughout the world.
L. Bonavina, A. Peracchia
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In 1913 Heller reported the first esophageal myotomy for achalasia through a left thoracotomy. Over the years, the transabdominal approach has been extensively adopted, especially in Europe. More recently, laparoscopy has emerged as the initial intervention of choice in several institutions throughout the world.
L. Bonavina, A. Peracchia
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The American Journal of Surgery, 1970
Summary Achalasia is a neuromuscular disorder of the esophagus associated with the degeneration or absence of the myenteric nerve plexuses. Peristalsis is uncoordinated or absent in the body of the esophagus; this, coupled with failure of the gastroesophageal sphincter to relax, results in dysphagia.
O F, Grimes +2 more
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Summary Achalasia is a neuromuscular disorder of the esophagus associated with the degeneration or absence of the myenteric nerve plexuses. Peristalsis is uncoordinated or absent in the body of the esophagus; this, coupled with failure of the gastroesophageal sphincter to relax, results in dysphagia.
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