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Laparoscopic Achalasia: Patients with Achalasia

In patients with achalasia, the valve between the esophagus and stomach fails to open properly during eating. In addition, the muscles of the esophagus don't effectively propel food into the stomach.

In patients with achalasia, the valve between the esophagus and stomach fails to open properly during eating. In addition, the muscles of the esophagus don't effectively propel food into the stomach.


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