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Radiology G.I.T. a2530a3c

Cork screw appearance on radiography is seen in-

A
Achlasia cardia
B
Carcinoma esophagus
C
Hiatus hernia
D
Diffuse esophageal spasm
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'd' i.e., Diffuse esophageal spasm * "Cork screw esophagus" on barium study is seen in diffuse esophageal spasm.* In diffuse esophageal spasm, barium swallow shows that normal sequential peristalsis below the aortic arch is replaced by uncourdinated simultaneous contractions that produce the appearance of curling or multiple ripples in the wall, sacculation and pseudodiverticula - the "Corkscrew" esophagus.

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