Clinical spectrum of esophageal aperistalsis in the elderly.

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Authors

Hooshang Meshkinpour · University of California, Irvine

Abstract

In a distinct minority of otherwise healthy elderly patients, no significant disease process can explain dysphagia and complete esophageal aperistalsis. In this context, aging remains as a possible factor.

Topics & Keywords

Eosinophilic Esophagitis Esophageal and GI Pathology Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: PubMed

Volume 89, Issue 9, pp. 1480-3

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