http://www.appliedradiology.com RSS Feed on Applied Radiologyhttp://www.appliedradiology.com//Issues/2006/05/Articles/Achalasia-and-diffuse-esophageal-spasm--Spectrum-of-findings-and-complementary-roles-of-barium-studies-and-manometry.aspxAchalasia and diffuse esophageal spasm (DES) are 2 of the more well-known esophageal motility disorders diagnosed on barium studies and manometry. The purpose of this article is to review the spectrum of clinical, radiographic, and manometric findings in patients with achalasia (including primary and secondary achalasia) and DES and to discuss the complementary roles of barium studies and manometry in diagnosing these esophageal motility disorders.Monday, 01 May 2006 15:41:38 GMT