A 47-year-old man is evaluated in the emergency department for chest pain that developed at a restaurant after swallowing a piece of steak. He reports intermittent episodes of meat getting stuck in his lower chest over the past 3 years, but none as severe as this event. He denies food regurgitation outside of these episodes or heartburn symptoms. He is able to swallow liquids without difficulty and has not had any weight loss. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? A. Achalasia B. Adenocarcinoma of the esophagus C. Esophageal diverticula D. Plummer-Vinson syndrome E. Schatzki’s ring
Posted on: Thu, 25 Dec 2014 13:01:00 +0000
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