Notes in 02_Achalasia

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Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Achalasia}} describes {{c2::functional loss of myenteric plexus ganglion cells in distal oesophagus, which leads to failure of lower oesophageal…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Pseudoachalasia}} is when symptoms of achalasia are present, but manometry results are normal
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Achalasia}} {{c1::Progressive dysphagia of solids and fluids (Solids more than fluids)}} {{c1::Reflux symptoms}} {{c1::Weight lo…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c2::Achalasia}} is characterized by {{c1::bird beak's}} appearance on barium swallow
Published	02/10/2024	Achalasia is usually managed by {{c1::surgery either Heller Myotomy or an Endoscopic pneumatic dilatation}}
Published	02/10/2024	If unsuitable for surgery, Achalasia is managed with {{c1::nitrates}} and {{c1::CCBs (e.g. nifedipine)}}
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