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Preferred term

achalasia  

Definition

  • Esophageal achalasia, often referred to simply as achalasia, is a failure of smooth muscle fibers to relax, which can cause the lower esophageal sphincter to remain closed. (Wikipedia)

Broader concept

Synonym(s)

  • esophageal achalasia

In other languages

  • French

  • achalasie de l'oesophage
  • achalasie du cardia
  • cardiospasme
  • mégaoesophage idiopathique

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/VH8-CBB9X3W6-D

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