Which complication is most likely in a patient with long-standing achalasia?
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Esophageal squamous carcinoma
Chronic achalasia increases the risk of squamous cell carcinoma due to prolonged stasis and irritation of the esophageal mucosa. The risk develops over many years.
Keep practicing
More Esophageal Disorders questions
- Mallory-Weiss syndrome involves:
- Boerhaave syndrome is best described as:
- Which condition is associated with esophageal varices?
- Which viral infection is characterized by multinucleated giant cells in esophageal biopsy?
- Which finding is most typical of cytomegalovirus esophagitis?
- A Schatzki ring is most commonly associated with: