Achalasia of the esophagus. Review uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • 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.

publication date

  • November 1, 1994

Research

keywords

  • Esophageal Achalasia

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 0028538187

PubMed ID

  • 7859007

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 4

issue

  • 4