Quick Look at the Esophageal Mucosa After Dilation

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Case description

The rationale for dilation is to produce a controlled tear of the lower esophageal sphincter, which will result in relief of distal esophageal obstruction. This is the most effective non-surgical treatment of achalasia.

tags: endoscopy esophagus achalasia balloon dilatation

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