Presentation
Dysphagia.
Patient Data
Age: 90 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Corkscrew esophagus
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There are signs of dysmotility in the esophagus, including retention of contrast and numerous discoordinated nonpropulsive contractions. This forms an appearance that has been likened to a "corkscrew".
Case Discussion
A case illustrating diffuse esophageal spasm also referred to as corkscrew or rosary bead esophagus.