1
Q
Complications of longstanding achalasia
A
SCC
Pulmonary complications, like aspiration pneumonia, bronchiectasis, asthma
2
Q
Possible etiologies of diffuse esophageal spasms:
A
Primary muscle problems, or other issues such as diabetic neuropathy or collagen disorders
3
Q
Zenker’s Diverticulum =
A
False esophageal diverticula
False diveritcula only contain mucosa and submucosa
4
Q
Point at which dysphagia develops:
A
Esophageal lumen becomes 60% or more obstructed
