A 50-year-old gynecologist complains of dysphagia, regurgitation, and weight loss. She also states that she feels as if food is stuck at the level of the xiphoid. An upright chest x-ray shows a dilated esophagus with an air-fluid level. Which of the following is FALSE?
A 50-year-old gynecologist complains of dysphagia, regurgitation, and weight loss. She also states that she feels as if food is stuck at the level of the xiphoid. An upright chest x-ray shows a dilated esophagus with an air-fluid level. Which of the following is FALSE?
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A 50-year-old gynecologist complains of dysphagia, regurgitation, and weight loss. She also states that she feels as if food is stuck at the level of the xiphoid. An upright chest x-ray shows a dilated esophagus with an air-fluid level. Which of the following is FALSE?
✓ Correct Answer: C. Upper endoscopy should be avoided because of the risk of complications.
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