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Nutcracker esophagus natural history, complications and prognosis

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

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Overview

Overview

Natural History

Natural History

Complications

Complications

The condition may not respond to treatment.

Prognosis

Prognosis

A diffuse esophageal spasm may come and go (intermittent) or last for a long time (chronic). Medicine can help relieve symptoms.

References

References

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