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Achalasia Summary

Epidemiology: 10 cases per 100,000 individuals

Defined by inadequate relaxation of the LES and aperistalsis
Primary or
two-thirds of the esophagus ... sphincter to relax EGD ... secondary causes leading ... evaluated with CT, endoscopy ... Treatment options
Gastroenterology Endoscopy Tools and Accessories - A Visual Catalog for Trainees and Young Gastroenterologists
Biopsy Forceps:
precise site of bleeding ... Management: • ACHALASIA ... patients with achalasia ... for palliative treatment ... Endoscopes: • ESOPHAGO-GASTRO-DUODENOSCOPE