title: Dysphagia and other manifestations of oesophageal involvement in the musculoskeletal diseases.
abstract: Oesophageal dysfunction can occur in a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, most notably the autoimmune connective tissue diseases. However, correlation between oesophageal symptoms and investigations is frequently poor. It is often uncertain whether symptoms are caused by the underlying disease or by its treatment. As the primary disease process may not be responsive to treatment, correctable iatrogenic causes should always be sought.
authors.affiliation: Department of Rheumatology, Edith Cavell Hospital, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ, UK. nick.sheehan@pbh-tr.nhs.uk
authors.forename: N J
authors.initials: NJ
authors.lastname: Sheehan
mesh_terms: D018501:Antirheumatic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D001327:Autoimmune Diseases / Q000150:complications; D003680:Deglutition Disorders / Q000209:etiology; D004935:Esophageal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D009140:Musculoskeletal Diseases / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis; D012216:Rheumatic Diseases / Q000150:complications; D014657:Vasculitis / Q000150:complications
chemical_list: D018501:Antirheumatic Agents