Publications by authors named "Sara N Haj Ali"
Pseudoachalasia: a diagnostic challenge. When to consider and how to manage?
Scand J Gastroenterol
July 2021
Article Synopsis
- Pseudoachalasia is a rare condition (up to 4% of cases) that mimics achalasia and is often linked to hidden cancers at the esophagus or cardia.
- Delaying diagnosis can worsen the disease and limit treatment options, with serious risks from incorrect treatments aimed at achalasia.
- Key indicators for suspicion of pseudoachalasia include older age at onset, rapid symptom progression, significant weight loss, and challenges during endoscopy; advanced diagnostic methods like endoscopic ultrasound are essential.