Concept information
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
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French
-
achalasie de l'oesophage
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achalasie du cardia
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cardiospasme
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mégaoesophage idiopathique
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/VH8-CBB9X3W6-D
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