Surgery – MCQ 47 – 40 year old female with dysphagia to both liquids and solids

A 40 year-old female patient presented with dysphagia to both liquids and solids and regurgitation for 3 months. The dysphagia was non-progressive. What is the most likely diagnosis?
a) Caricnoma of the esophagus
b) Lower oesophageal mucosal ring
c) Achalasia cardia
d) Reflux esophagitis with esophageal stricture

Correct answer : c) Achalasia cardia

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