Pearson's General Thoracic
Pharyngeal and Cricopharyngeal Disorders
Key Points
- Regardless of the definition of oropharyngeal dysphagia, the investigation approach is systematic.
- Classification of cricopharyngeal disorders directs their management.
- Detailed technique of cricopharyngeal myotomy is essential. It is the only surgical option in these patients.
- Results of surgical treatment are disease dependent.
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Last updated: October 13, 2020
Citation
Duranceau, André, and Frédéric Nicodème. "Pharyngeal and Cricopharyngeal Disorders." Pearson's General Thoracic Surgery. STS Cardiothoracic Surgery E-Book, Chicago: Society of Thoracic Surgeons, 2020. STS Surgery, consult.sts.org.
Duranceau A, Nicodème F. Pharyngeal and Cricopharyngeal Disorders. In: Meyerson S, Mokadam N, Jacobs JP, eds. Pearson's General Thoracic Surgery. STS Cardiothoracic Surgery E-Book. Chicago: Society of Thoracic Surgeons; 2020. consult.sts.org. Accessed October 16, 2026.
Duranceau, A., & Nicodème, F. (2020). Pharyngeal and Cricopharyngeal Disorders. In Meyerson, S., Mokadam, N., & Jacobs, J. (Eds.), Pearson's General Thoracic Surgery. STS Cardiothoracic Surgery E-Book. Chicago: Society of Thoracic Surgeons. consult.sts.org
Duranceau A, Nicodème F. Pharyngeal and Cricopharyngeal Disorders [Internet]. In: Meyerson S, Mokadam N, Jacobs JP, eds. Pearson's General Thoracic Surgery. STS Cardiothoracic Surgery E-Book. Chicago: Society of Thoracic Surgeons; 2020. [cited 2026 October 16]. Available from: consult.sts.org.
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