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Rattan KN, Singh J, Dalal P. Achalasia Cardia Masquadring as Mediastinal Tuberculosis in a 12-year-old Girl. Indian J Chest Dis Allied Sci 2018; 60 (1):39-41.
Achalasia is a rare neurodegenerative disorder with deranged oesophageal peristalsis and lower oesophageal sphincter function. We report a case of achalasia cardia in 12-year-old child, who presented with respiratory tract infections. This patient was misdiagnosed as a case of mediastinal tuberculosis and anti-tuberculosis drugs were given for three months. However, she was diagnosed having achalasia cardia later with barium contrast studies and managed successfully with surgical intervention.
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