Pathology
Pathologies detected on a Barium Swallow include:
- Achalasia
- Cancer of esophagus
- Tracheoesophageal fistula
- Schatzki ring
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD/GORD)
- Zenker's diverticulum
- Hiatus hernia
- Obstruction of esophagus
- Esophageal stenosis
- Carcenoma stumach
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