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Evaluation of esophageal achalasia: from symptoms to the chicago classification

ABCD (São Paulo, Impr.); 31 (2), 2018
ABSTRACT Introduction: The diagnosis of achalasia may be suggested by clinical features but a complete work-up is required not only to confirm the diagnosis but also to grade the disease by severity or clinical subtype. Objective: To review the current evaluation of esophageal achalasia and its correct...

A pictorial presentation of 3. 0 Chicago Classification for esophageal motility disorders

Einstein (Säo Paulo); 14 (3), 2016
ABSTRACT High resolution manometry changed several esophageal motility paradigms. The 3.0 Chicago Classification defined manometric criteria for named esophageal motility disorders. We present a pictorial atlas of motility disorders. Achalasia types, esophagogastric junction obstruction, absent contracti...