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Dysphagia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Oropharyngeal Dysphagia 
Esophageal Dysphagia 
 • Upper 2/3 (striated muscle): stroke, NMJ
Diagnosis Algorithm ... ): stroke, NMJ disorders ... Sjogren, web • Mid esophagus ... scleroderma, MCTD, achalasia ... #Esophageal #gastroenterology
Dysphagia - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Symptom | Diagnosis
• Solid-food dysphagia present for months to years | Mechanical
Diagnosis Framework ... Extrinsic to esophagus ... such as achalasia ... → EGD Treatment ... #gastroenterology
Achalasia Summary

Epidemiology: 10 cases per 100,000 individuals

Defined by inadequate relaxation of the LES and aperistalsis
Primary or
Neurodegenerative disorders ... Presentation: • Dysphagia ... : Testing The diagnosis ... #diagnosis #management ... #treatment #gastroenterology
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - Summary

GERD: Diagnosis
• Heartburn (substernal burning sensation) and acid regurgitation
• Chest pain
Extraesophageal
Summary GERD: Diagnosis ... alarm symptoms • Dysphagia ... exclude motility disorders ... : • Anemia • Dysphagia ... #management #Gastroenterology