Obstetrics and Gynecology 1992-May
Esophageal achalasia in late pregnancy.
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Esophageal achalasia is a rare disorder that may mimic nausea and vomiting of pregnancy. Presentation or persistence of these symptoms in the latter half of pregnancy is unusual. We describe a case of third-trimester weight loss due to the nausea and vomiting of achalasia. Pneumatic dilation of the esophagus is often necessary to improve oral intake. However, advances in nutritional supplementation may prevent malnutrition and allow treatment and its complications to be delayed until after delivery.