Syndrome of dysphagia in clinical practice

Abstract

The article is an overview of modern concepts of dysphagia, compiled on the basis of the recommendations of the World Gastroenterology Organization (revision of the year 2014). The definition of dysphagia, its variants (oropharyngeal and esophageal), etiology and pathogenesis, diagnostic algorithms are presented. Particular attention is paid to the principal approaches to treatment, including diet, behavioral and drug therapy, indications for surgical treatment. Logical ways of clinical thinking from the symptom and syndrome to the diagnosis and treatment are conducted.