Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the diagnosis and management of the patient whose barium esophogram is shown in Figure 18-29?
A. The condition is due to neuronal generation of the myenteric plexus in the lower esophageal sphincter
B. The patient will report symptoms of vomiting of sour or bitter material
C. Despite the impressive radiologic picture, passage of the endoscope through the area of narrowing will likely be possible
D. Manometry and 24 hour pH monitoring should be performed for confirmation of the diagnosis
Answer:C
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the diagnosis and management of the patient whose barium esophogram is shown in Figure 18-29?
A. The condition is due to neuronal generation of the myenteric plexus in the lower esophageal sphincter B. The patient will report symptoms of vomiting of sour or bitter material C. Despite the impressive radiologic picture, passage of the endoscope through the area of narrowing will likely be possible D. Manometry and 24 hour pH monitoring should be performed for confirmation of the diagnosis