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This document defines and describes dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) and provides details on its causes, mechanisms, types, grading, clinical presentation, and treatments. Dysphagia can be caused by neurological, mechanical/obstructive, or motility issues and can affect the oropharyngeal or esophageal phases of swallowing. Investigations include barium swallow, endoscopy, and manometry. Specific conditions discussed include achalasia, esophageal cancer, strictures, webs, and eosinophilic esophagitis. Grade

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Surbhi Bharti

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EN