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Research Article

Long-term Effects of Pneumatic Dilatation on Symptoms and Lower Oesophageal Sphincter Pressure in Achalasia

R. Penagini
,
P. Cantù
,
M. Mangano
,
P. Colombo
&
P. A. Bianchi
Pages 380-384 | Published online: 08 Jul 2009

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