Achalasia Cardia What is Achalasia Cardia? Achalasia is a disorder where the lower esophagus fails to relax, making swallowing difficult. Symptoms: Difficulty swallowing solids and liquids Regurgitation Chest discomfort Weight loss Diagnosis: High-resolution manometry Barium swallow Endoscopy Treatment: Endoscopic: POEM (modern technique), balloon dilation, Botox Surgical: Heller myotomy Medical: Nitrates or
