Title: Esophageal dysmotility - MediGoo - Health Medical Tests | Information
Headings: Esophageal dysmotility
Esophageal dysmotility
Esophageal dysmotility: Description, Causes and Risk Factors:
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Content: Occasionally, epiphrenic diverticula are noted immediately above the LES. Hiatal hernia reportedly is observed in 10-20% of patients with achalasia. In patients with DES, the classic esophagram findings are of a "corkscrew" or "rosary bead" esophagus. Pseudodiverticula and curling also suggest DES. In patients with scleroderma esophagus, the esophagram shows a slightly dilated esophagus, weak or absent peristalsis, and free reflux often is demonstrated. Other Tests: Esophageal manometry evaluates esophageal motor pattern, contraction amplitude, and LES pressure and function. Treatment: Dysmotility disorders of the esophagus are generally incurable. The main objective of treatment is, therefore, symptom management and relief.