A Rare Case of Esophageal Leukoplakia in Achalasia
A Rare Case of Esophageal Leukoplakia in Achalasia
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United States: Cureus Inc
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English
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United States: Cureus Inc
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Esophageal leukoplakia refers to a clinical finding of a white patch on the mucous membrane surface that cannot be scraped off. It has been associated with alcohol and tobacco use and chronic acid reflux. An association with squamous cell dysplasia and carcinoma has been reported with potential for malignant transformation warranting endoscopic int...
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A Rare Case of Esophageal Leukoplakia in Achalasia
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TN_cdi_pubmedcentral_primary_oai_pubmedcentral_nih_gov_9057388
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_pubmedcentral_primary_oai_pubmedcentral_nih_gov_9057388
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2168-8184
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2168-8184
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10.7759/cureus.23735
