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- Title
Myasthenia Gravis Presenting as Dysphagia: Clinical Considerations.
- Authors
Khan, Omar A.; Campbell, William W.
- Abstract
Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disorder of the neuromuscular junction that causes muscle weakness. Involvement of oropharyngeal musculature is not uncommon, which leads to dysphagia. Timely consideration of myasthenia gravis in evaluating dysphagia is crucial to prevent complications and to improve the quality of life of these patients. We report four patients who underwent extensive investigations for dysphagia, by gastroenterologists as well as otolaryngologists, before the diagnosis of myasthenia gravis was established.
- Publication
American Journal of Gastroenterology (Springer Nature), 1994, Vol 89, Issue 7, p1083
- ISSN
0002-9270
- Publication type
Academic Journal