Dysphagia

 

Dysphagia is difficulty in swallowing of food which occurs due to various esophageal disorders


Common causes of dysphagia are

 

Esophageal stricture

Peptic stricture

Esophageal cancer

Achalasia

Esophageal web

Extrinsic compression of compression by lymph nodes

 

Diagnosis


Following test are required for diagnosis

 

Endoscopy

Barium swallow

Esophageal manometry

CECT chest

 

Treatment depends upon the cause and includes

 

Endoscopy and dilatation for stricture

Stent placement for malignancy

Balloon dilatation and medications for Achalasia