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In achalasia cardia, true is:

A
Pressure at distal end increased with no peristalsis
B
Low pressure at LES with no peristalsis
C
Pressure > 50 mmHg with peristalsis
D
Pressure at the distal end increased with normal relaxation
High-Yield Explanation
Answer is A (Pressure at distal end increased with no peristalsis): Achalasia is characterized by an increased pressure of LES and absence of esophageal peristalsis. Physiological /Manometric features of Achalasia Elevated Resting pressure of LES (>45 mmHg)Q Incomplete LES relaxation (in response to swallowing)Q Absence of distal esophageal peristalsis

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