Esophageal Disorders — MCQs

Corkscrew esophagus is seen in which of the following conditions ?

A 43-year-old patient presents to the emergency department with chest pain, has a history of chronic alcoholism, and had an episode of vomiting with bright red blood. Endoscopy reveals a partial-thickness tear in the distal oesophagus. What is the diagnosis?

A 60-year-old man presents with foul breath and regurgitates food eaten 3 days ago. What is the most likely diagnosis?

A 60-year-old male presents with progressive dysphagia to solids and liquids, significant weight loss, and chest discomfort. Barium swallow shows a 'bird-beak' appearance. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Killian's dehiscence is seen in:

The location of Schatzki's ring is

A patient after a heavy meal and episode of forceful vomiting presents with severe epigastric pain. On examination, there is tenderness and rigidity in the upper abdomen. X-ray shows pneumomediastinum. What is the most likely cause?

In a patient with esophageal cancer and dysphagia affecting liquid intake, what is the most appropriate intervention to ensure nutritional support?

A 55-year-old male presents with a history of dysphagia with vomiting of undigested food throughout the day, weight loss, and appears emaciated and dehydrated. No mass is palpable per abdomen. After appropriate diagnostic workup reveals a benign esophageal stricture, the most appropriate definitive management is:

A 40-year-old male with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is found to have Barrett's esophagus with low-grade dysplasia on endoscopy. What is the most appropriate initial pharmacological treatment for this condition?