About The Medical Condition Esophageal Spasm, Diffuse
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Esophageal Spasm, Diffuse
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What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Esophageal Spasm, Diffuse?
A motor disorder of the esophagus characterized by chest pain and dysphagia. Pathogenesis is unclear. Strong, nonpropulsive contractions of the esophagus evoked by deglutition occur, especially in the elderly.
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