EET PG Medical – 2020 – Question – 142
Nutcracker esophagus, the correct statement is
a) There is extremely forceful peristaltic activity leading to episodes of chest pain and dysphagia
b) There is no medical t/t available
c) Type of oesophageal Malignancy
d) None
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Correct Answer – A
Ans: A. There is extremely forceful peristaltic activity leading to episodes of chest pain and dysphagia
NutCracker Oesophagus is a hypermotility disorder with high amplitude peristalsis. It is a condition in which extremely forceful peristaltic activity leads to episodic chest pain and dysphagia.
Treatment is with nitrates or nifedipine.
Ref. davidsons principles and practice 23rd edition page no.795
