drdg Forum Senior
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| | 10/17/07 - 05:29 PM  
 
   
 
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a 63-year-old man presents with a 2-month history of dysphagia to both solid and liquids. He has had a 6.6 lb weight lose over this time. is past medical history is remarkable for a transient ischemic attack 6 months ago, two bouts of pneumonia in the past 3 months, and chronic heartburn treated with over-the counter antiacids. Physical exam shows a supple neck without masses. Abdominal exam shows mild epigastric tenderness to deep palpation. Chest x-ray is normal. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in diagnosis? A. Endoscopy B. Barium swallow C. Motility studies D. Video fluoroscopy e. 24-h Ph monitoring
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| dr.wad Forum Senior

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| | 10/17/07 - 05:55 PM  
 
   
 
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B - barium.
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| Ivonne Forum Guru

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| | 10/17/07 - 06:50 PM  
 
   
 
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B
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| Kamsi Forum Guru
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| | 10/18/07 - 05:14 AM  
 
   
 
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B Barium Swallow
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| hanialkhadher Forum Elite

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| | 10/19/07 - 01:34 AM  
 
   
 
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| drdg Forum Senior
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| | 10/19/07 - 10:01 AM  
 
   
 
|   #6 |
Yes, the correct answer is B.
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