Esophageal Evaluation
Dysphagia (Swallowing Difficulty)
Endoscopic and radiological evaluation for food or liquid sticking in the food pipe.
GI & Liver Condition
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Condition Overview & Pathology
Dysphagia is the sensation of food or liquid sticking, lagging, or having difficulty passing through the esophagus into the stomach.
Causes include peptic esophageal strictures, achalasia cardia, motility disorders, corrosive injury, or esophageal lesions.
Care Hospital evaluates swallowing disorders using HD Upper GI Endoscopy, Barium swallow radiology, and performs therapeutic balloon dilatation when strictures are present.
Common Signs & Symptoms to Watch For
Food or liquid sticking in throat or chest after swallowing
Pain while swallowing (Odynophagia)
Regurgitation of undigested food
Unintended weight loss
Recommended Diagnostic Workups
Upper GI Endoscopy (EGD) with Biopsy
Barium Swallow Fluoroscopy Radiography
Treatment & Management Protocols
• Endoscopic Balloon / Bougie Stricture Dilatation.
• Medical therapy for esophagitis & acid reflux suppression.
Lead Specialist Doctor
Dr. Gursewak Singh
Director & Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist
MBBS, MD, DM Gastroenterology (PGI Chandigarh)
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