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Abstract
Background: Achalasia is characterized as an esophageal motility disorder with incomplete relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. Achalasia can be associated with abnormal peristalsis and symptoms of dysphagia, acid reflux, and chest pain. The exact pathophysiology of achalasia remains unclear, but it is hypothesized to be due to degeneration of the myenteric plexus.
Case presentation: In this case, a 46-year-old Hispanic man presented to the emergency room with a 12-year history of progressive discomfort with swallowing solids and liquids. Due to many years of incomplete follow-up care and lack of understanding of the course of his disease, this patient's symptoms escalated to complete intolerance of oral intake and significant weight loss. He was diagnosed with achalasia during his hospital stay and treated successfully with laparoscopic Heller myotomy.
Conclusions: This case discussion illustrates the importance of follow-up care and patient education so that diagnosis and treatment of achalasia are not delayed.
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JMCR is an open access, peer-reviewed online journal that will consider any original case report that expands the field of general medical knowledge. Reports should show one of the following: 1. Unreported or unusual side effects or adverse interactions involving medications 2. Unexpected or unusual presentations of a disease 3. New associations or variations in disease processes 4. Presentations, diagnoses and/or management of new and emerging diseases 5. An unexpected association between diseases or symptoms 6. An unexpected event in the course of observing or treating a patient 7. Findings that shed new light on the possible pathogenesis of a disease or an adverse effect
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