Editorial
Copyright ©2009 The WJG Press and Baishideng.
World J Gastroenterol. Oct 28, 2009; 15(40): 5000-5009
Published online Oct 28, 2009. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.5000
Table 2 Prevalence of symptoms in achalasia
SymptomPercentage (%)
Dysphagia to solids99
Dysphagia to liquids93
Active regurgitation84
Passive regurgitation68
Weight loss61
Chest pain59
Nocturnal cough45
Heartburn35
Nocturnal dyspnea20
Hiccup8