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 3 Frequency of cardinal symptoms in achalasia
SymptomFrequency (%)
Each mealDailyWeeklyNone
Dysphagia to solids841321
Dysphagia to liquids602587
Active regurgitation33361516
DailyWeeklyMonthlyNone
Passive regurgitation2044432
Chest pain1239841