In achalasia cardia, true is –
Correct Answer: Pressure at distal end increased with no peristalsis
Description: The pressure is elevated at LES with incomplete relaxation on deglutition. The normal pressure of LES is 13.8 ±4.6 of Hg. In Achlasia it increases to twice normal.
Also know
Hypertensive Lower esophageal sphincter
is another motor disorder distinct from Achalsia
here the LES pressure is elevated but it relaxes normally. Peristalsis in the esophageal body is also normal.
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