10. Which of the following is not true regarding Achlasia?
A. Loss of ganglion cells in Auerbach’s plexus leads to increased tone and impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter.
B. Achlasia usually responds to brisk dilatation of the lower esophageal sphincter with pneumatic bag
C. Patients with diffuse esophageal spasm and its variants may respond to nitroglycerin or anticholinergic agents, or calcium channel blockers
D. Patients with scleroderma are rarely afflicted with disorders like achlasia.
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