Search for dissertations about: "esophageal peristalsis"
Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words esophageal peristalsis.
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1. Effects of remifentanil on esophageal sphincters and swallowing function
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2. Radiological evaluation of esophageal function in dysphagia with special emphasis on achalasia
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
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