On barium swallow the grade IV esophageal varices appear as:
Ans. (b) Mucosal fold below carinaBarium features of Esophageal Varices:* Serpiginous (Worm like) filling defects in esophagus* Varices seen in Barium Swallow below the carina levelThe best investigation to diagnose Esophageal Varices- UGI Endoscopy
Mucosal folds above the carina
Mucosal folds below the carina
Mucosal folds at the carina
A thick band
Liver