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A functional study of the esophagus in patients with non-cardiac chest pain and dysphagia [PDF]
, 2015 Background/Aims: Nutcracker esophagus and non-specific motility disorders are the main causes of non-cardiac chest pain (NCCP), with gastroesophageal reflux in 60% of cases. Achalasia and diffuse esophageal spasm are the most frequent anomalies described
ALMASIO, Pier Luigi +7 more
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Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, EarlyView.Abstract Objectives Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is characterized by eosinophilic inflammation and epithelial remodeling. However, current biomarkers focus predominantly on eosinophilia, overlooking basal cell hyperplasia (BCH), a histologic feature that may persist despite treatment.
Adi Eindor‐Abarbanel +7 more
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JAMA, 2015 Achalasia significantly affects patients' quality of life and can be difficult to diagnose and treat.To review the diagnosis and management of achalasia, with a focus on phenotypic classification pertinent to therapeutic outcomes.Literature review and MEDLINE search of articles from January 2004 to February 2015. A total of 93 articles were included in
John E, Pandolfino, Andrew J, Gawron
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Toxic megacolon: A rare presentation and novel treatment
JPGN Reports, EarlyView.Abstract A 14‐year‐old male presented with toxic megacolon (TM). Stool culture and rectal biopsies ruled out Clostridium difficile infection and Hirschsprung disease, respectively. Anorectal manometry ruled out anal achalasia as rectoanal inhibitory reflex elicited a normal resting pressure.
Adrienne P. Davis +3 more
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Socio-economic status and lifestyle factors are associated with achalasia risk: a population-based case-control study. [PDF]
, 2015 AIM: To evaluate the association between various lifestyle factors and achalasia risk. METHODS: A population-based case-control study was conducted in Northern Ireland, including n = 151 achalasia cases and n = 117 age- and sex-matched controls ...
Coleman, Helen G. +6 more
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JPGN Reports, EarlyView.Abstract Objectives Vascular anomalies can cause extrinsic esophageal compression, leading to dysphagia or feeding difficulties in children. Diagnosis typically relies on imaging and endoscopy, which may under‐ or overestimate functional narrowing. Endoluminal functional lumen imaging probe (EndoFLIP) provides luminal parameters in real‐time, but its ...
Brett J. Hoskins +2 more
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Surgical Treatment for Achalasia of the Esophagus: Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy
Gastroenterology Research and Practice, 2013 Achalasia is an esophageal motility disorder that leads to dysphagia, chest pain, and weight loss. Its diagnosis is clinically suspected and is confirmed with esophageal manometry.
Gonzalo Torres-Villalobos +1 more
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The Mechanisms for the Association of Cancer and Esophageal Dysmotility Disorders
Medical Sciences, 2021 Background: Achalasia and other esophageal dysmotility disorders mimicking achalasia can be associated with cancer. This study aimed to review the main mechanisms for which cancer may develop in esophageal dysmotility disorder patients.
Francisco Tustumi +5 more
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ANZ Journal of Surgery, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background Upper gastrointestinal tract anastomotic leaks are associated with increased morbidity and mortality, especially in the 30‐day post‐operative period. Techniques to reduce tension at the anastomotic site have been postulated to reduce leak rates.
Ryan Teh +6 more
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Vigorous achalasia: Zebra amongst horses
South African Journal of Radiology, 2020 Vigorous achalasia is an oesophageal disorder with clinical and radiological characteristics of classic achalasia and diffuse oesophageal spasm. It is a rarely reported variant.
Jayaranjeetham Jayabalan +4 more
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