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Diffuse oesophageal spasm treatment is?

A
Pneumatic dilatation
B
Oxybutynin
C
Nitrates
D
Botulinum toxin and pneumatic dilation
High-Yield Explanation
Choice D is closely worded and is used primarily in the treatment of achalasia. Diffuse oesophageal spasm is managed by the following interventions: Nitrates and CCB Hydralazine Botulinum toxin Anxiolytics Long myotomy or esophagectomy for severe weight loss or unbearable in Diffuse oesophageal spasm Nutracker oesophagus Hypeensive LES Simultaneous non peristaltic contractions ( >20% of wet swallows ) Mean peristaltic amplitude of > 180 mm Hg for increased duration of contraction >7 seconds normal peristaltic sequence Elevated LES pressure > 26 mmHg normal LES relaxation Normal oesophageal peristalsis

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