Idiopathic achalasia
What is Idiopathic achalasia?
Idiopathic achalasia (IA) is a primary esophageal motor disorder characterized by loss of esophageal peristalsis and insufficient lower esophageal sphincter (LES) relaxation in response to deglutition.
Other condition names
- Achalasia cardia
- Idiopathic achalasia of esophagus
- Primary achalasia
Inheritance type
Autosomal recessive, Not applicable
Prevalence
- Worldwide: 1-9 in 100,000
Age of Onset
- All ages
Orphadata: Free access data from Orphanet. © INSERM 1999. Available on "https://www.orphadata.com". Data version 1.3.16 / 4.1.7.