Figure 4 - Esophageal manometric findings in vigorous achalasia.


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Pathophysiology of achalasia and diffuse esophageal spasm

Ikuo Hirano

GI Motility online (2006)

doi:10.1038/gimo22

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The recording is from a patient with vigorous achalasia demonstrating robust, simultaneous esophageal body contractions and failed relaxation of a hypertensive lower esophageal sphincter.

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