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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Madhu Sigdel M.B.B.S.[2]

Overview

Common risk factors in the development of Diffuse Esophageal Spasm include Age (60-80 years), obesity, mitral valve prolapse, presence of GERD, Hypertension, anxiety or depression, and drinks (eg. red wine, very hot or cold liquid or fluid).

Risk Factors

Common risk factors in the development of Diffuse Esophageal Spasm include:

Age (60-80 years),

obesity,

mitral valve prolapse,

presence of GERD,

Hypertension,

Anxiety or depression, and

Drinks (eg. red wine, very hot or cold liquid or fluid).