Case of Concomitant Endoscopic Treatment of Achalasia with Superficial Esophageal Cancer / 대한소화기학회지
The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology
; : 248-253, 2023.
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ABSTRACT
Achalasia, a rare motility disorder of the esophagus, is generally accepted as a premalignant disorder. This paper presents the case of a 72-year-old male with achalasia and synchronous superficial esophageal cancer who experienced dysphagia symptoms for five years. As achalasia is associated with an increased risk of esophageal cancer, both can be treated simultaneously if detected at the time of diagnosis. Achalasia and synchronous esophageal cancer are rarely detected and treated endoscopically. This paper reports a case of concurrent successful treatment.
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The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology
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2023
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