Dysphagia Megalatriensis From Massive Left Atrial Enlargement

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Dysphagia megalatriensis is a rare condition involving esophageal compression from a dilated left atrium that is frequently misdiagnosed as primary esophageal disease and requires treatment directed at the underlying cardiac pathology. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Dhruva Govil; Leonardo S. Romero-Barajas; Paul Weber; Saba Darda

doi:10.1016/j.jaccas.2026.107515

March 1, 2026JACC Case ReportsOpen Access

Dysphagia Megalatriensis From Massive Left Atrial Enlargement

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The study aims to highlight dysphagia megalatriensis caused by massive left atrial enlargement and its implications.
Case report of a patient presenting with dysphagia
Clinical assessment to differentiate from primary esophageal disease
Emphasis on cardiac evaluation for accurate diagnosis
Identification of esophageal compression linked to cardiac enlargement
Successful recognition of the underlying cardiac issue leading to effective therapy
Enhancement of knowledge on rare presentations of esophageal symptoms

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Implication

Case report reveals esophageal compression from left atrial enlargement, suggesting cardiac evaluation is vital.

Abstract

Dysphagia megalatriensis, or esophageal compression from a dilated left atrium, is rare and often mistaken for primary esophageal disease. Recognition is crucial, as definitive therapy targets cardiac pathology.

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Govil et al. (2026) studied this question.

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