Search for dissertations about: "Barium esophagogram"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Barium esophagogram.

2. 1. Radiological evaluation of esophageal function in dysphagia with special emphasis on achalasia

   Author : Mats Andersson; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : Achalasia; Dysphagia; Radiography; Barium esophagogram; Reproducibility of findings; Observer variation; Laparoscopic myotomy; Balloon dilatation; Esophageal neoplasms;

   Abstract : In idiopathic achalasia, degeneration of the inhibitory innervation of the esophageal smooth muscle results in absence of primary peristalsis and in incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). All treatments for achalasia aim at reducing the pressure gradient across the LES, thus facilitating esophageal emptying by gravity. READ MORE