Achalasia
Achalasia is characterized by peristaltic failure and incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. The incidence and prevalence of achalasia increase with age, although achalasia can affect all age groups. The pathophysiology of achalasia involves the loss of inhibitory ganglion cells in...
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| Main Authors: | Kwangbeom Park, Kee Wook Jung |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Korean College of Helicobacter and Upper Gastrointestinal Research
2022-09-01
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| Series: | The Korean Journal of Helicobacter and Upper Gastrointestinal Research |
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| Online Access: | http://www.helicojournal.org/upload/pdf/kjhugr-2022-0019.pdf |
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