Integrating psychological assessment in achalasia management: addressing mental health to enhance patient outcomes

• Main Authors: Mohsen Khosravi (Author), Ahoora Kavoosi (Author), Rafat Rezapour-Nasrabad (Author), Melody Omraninava (Author), Alireza Nazari Anamagh (Author), Seyed Teymur Seyedi Asl (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: PAGEPress Publications, 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Achalasia is a chronic esophageal disorder with a generally favorable prognosis; however, approximately 20% of patients experience persistent or recurrent symptoms despite therapeutic interventions. These ongoing symptoms can significantly diminish both disease-specific and overall quality of life....