Dysphagia Megalatriensis From Massive Left Atrial Enlargement

Key Points

• The study aims to highlight dysphagia megalatriensis caused by massive left atrial enlargement and its implications.
• Case report of a patient presenting with dysphagia
• Clinical assessment to differentiate from primary esophageal disease
• Emphasis on cardiac evaluation for accurate diagnosis
• Identification of esophageal compression linked to cardiac enlargement
• Successful recognition of the underlying cardiac issue leading to effective therapy
• Enhancement of knowledge on rare presentations of esophageal symptoms

Abstract