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What is the primary cause of Achalasia?
Failure of the lower esophageal sphincter to relax
What is the term for the inflammation of the mucosa in the esophagus?
Esophagitis
What is the term for the dilation of esophageal veins in the distal 1/3 of the esophagus?
Esophageal varices
What is the consequence of chronic exposure to gastric secretions in the esophagus?
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What is the underlying cause of Barrett's esophagus?
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What is the term for the scarring of the esophageal lining?
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What is the primary mechanism of Achalasia?
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What is the term for the risk of dysplasia and esophageal carcinoma in Barrett's esophagus?
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What is the consequence of inflammation in Achalasia?
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What is the default state of the lower esophageal sphincter?
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