Esophagus Stricture Treatment Options

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What is the purpose of pneumatic dilation or surgical separation of the muscle fibers in achalasia treatment?

To stretch the narrowed area of the esophagus (correct)

To treat esophageal hernia

To diagnose gastroesophageal reflux disease

To relax the lower esophageal sphincter

Why is moderate sedation administered during pneumatic dilation or surgical separation of the muscle fibers?

To prevent perforation

To relax the lower esophageal sphincter

To monitor the patient for perforation

To reduce pain during the procedure (correct)

What is a potential complication of pneumatic dilation or surgical separation of the muscle fibers?

Esophageal hernia

Perforation (correct)

Dysphagia

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

What is the surgical procedure used to treat achalasia?

Esophagomyotomy Signup and view all the answers

What may indicate perforation during or after pneumatic dilation or surgical separation of the muscle fibers?

Abdominal tenderness and fever Signup and view all the answers

A patient with achalasia may experience which of the following symptoms?

Difficulty in swallowing both liquids and solids Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of manometry in diagnosing achalasia?

To measure esophageal pressure Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of esophageal hernia?

Paraesophageal hernia Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a barium swallow procedure in diagnosing achalasia?

To visualize the esophagus Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of botulinum toxin therapy in managing achalasia?

It inhibits the contraction of smooth muscle Signup and view all the answers

What is a dietary recommendation for patients with achalasia?

Eat slowly and drink fluids with meals Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of esophageal pH monitoring in patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?

To measure the degree of acid reflux Signup and view all the answers

What is the surgical intervention that involves wrapping a portion of the gastric fundus around the sphincter area of the esophagus?

Fundoplication Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical manifestation of GERD characterized by difficulty swallowing?

Dysphagia Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of fundoplication that involves wrapping the stomach fully around the esophagus?

Nissen fundoplication Signup and view all the answers

What is the diagnostic procedure that uses a contrast agent to visualize the esophagus and evaluate the degree of damage to the esophageal mucosa?

Barium Swallow Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical manifestation of GERD characterized by pain in swallowing?

Odynophagia Signup and view all the answers

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