Catalog

Primary achalasia

No MMS code

Link to WHO Definition

Primary achalasia – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/396058084

Idiopathic achalasia is a primary oesophageal motor disorder characterised by oesophageal aperistalsis and an absence of lower oesophageal sphincter (LES) relaxation in response to deglutition. It is characterised predominantly by dysphagia to solids and liquids, bland regurgitation, and chest pain.