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[Reversible esophageal dysfunction as a side effect of levodopa]

H Kellner1, U Liegl, M Frank

  • 1Medizinische Poliklinik Klinikum Innenstadt, Ludwigs-Maximilians-Universität, München, Deutschland.

Bildgebung = Imaging
|March 1, 1996
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Summary

Levodopa medication can cause rare esophageal obstruction in Parkinson's disease patients. Discontinuing levodopa resolved the obstruction, suggesting a potential side effect to consider in elderly patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Dysphagia is a common symptom in Parkinson's disease (PD).
  • Esophageal obstruction is a rare but serious complication.
  • Levodopa is a primary treatment for Parkinson's disease.