Approach to the Patient with Dysphagia

Overview

Journal Am J Med

Specialty General Medicine

Date 2015 May 27

PMID 26007674

Citations 27

Authors

Ala A Abdel Jalil

David A Katzka

Donald O Castell

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Abstract

Dysphagia is a fascinating symptom. It is ostensibly simple when defined by trouble swallowing, yet its subtleties in deciphering and its variations in pathophysiology almost mandate a thorough knowledge of medicine itself. With patience and careful questioning, a multitude of various disorders may be suggested before an objective test is performed. Indeed, the ability to diligently and comprehensively explore the symptom of dysphagia is not only rewarding but also a real test for a physician who prides himself or herself on good history taking.

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