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Achalasia Cardia

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Specialty Pediatrics
Date 2000 Jun 1
PMID 10832245
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Abstract

Achalasia cardia is an uncommon condition in children. It needs special consideration as it is associated with a higher incidence of recurrent respiratory infection and failure of growth and development, thereby requiring an early surgical intervention. Four such cases who were successfully managed surgically are described.

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