Primary achalasia

Case contributed by Ahmed Abdrabou , 13 May 2013
Diagnosis almost certain
Changed by Sachi Hapugoda, 22 Jun 2017

Updates to Case Attributes

Age changed from 25-30Y to 25-30.

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Findings was changed:

Grossly dilated contrast filled esophagusoesophagus down to a tight stricture at gastroesophageal junction with parrot beak appearance. Severe tertiary contractions giving a corkscrew appearance to the oesophagus.

Diagnosis: primary achalasia

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