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What exactly is schatzki ring and how do you fix it?
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See below: This is a narrowing ring of the lower part of the esophagus that can cause problems with swallowing. Assymtomatic rings usually require no treatment. Symptomatic rings may require esophageal dilatation with ballon dilators.
Answered 6/28/2018
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