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Diffuse esophageal spasm (DES) causes a corkscrew or rosary bead esophagus. This classic barium study finding reflects abnormal esophageal contractions, leading to a distinctive curled appearance.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Radiology
  • Esophageal Motility Disorders

Background:

  • Corkscrew esophagus, also known as rosary bead esophagus, is a recognized radiographic finding.
  • This appearance is associated with abnormal esophageal contractions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathophysiology of the corkscrew esophagus finding.
  • To correlate this radiographic appearance with its descriptive origins.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on diffuse esophageal spasm and associated radiographic findings.
  • Analysis of the relationship between esophageal contractions and the resulting barium study appearance.

Main Results:

  • The corkscrew/rosary bead appearance in barium studies is a direct result of abnormal, compartmentalized esophageal contractions.
  • This finding visually mimics the shapes of corkscrews and rosary beads.

Conclusions:

  • The classic corkscrew and rosary bead descriptions accurately represent the radiographic manifestation of diffuse esophageal spasm.
  • Understanding the pathophysiology clarifies the origin of this classic diagnostic sign.