Preferred Label : rosary bead esophagus sign;
RADLEX synonyms : corkscrew esophagus sign;
Definition : Lower esophageal lumen is twisted and narrowed due to uncoordinated contractions,
resembling a corkscrew or rosary beads. Suggests diffuse esophageal spasm.;
Source : Eisenberg, Ronald L. Atlas of Signs in Radiology.;
Origin ID : RID35502;
Associated condition(s)
Lower esophageal lumen is twisted and narrowed due to uncoordinated contractions,
resembling a corkscrew or rosary beads. Suggests diffuse esophageal spasm.
