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2. Paclitaxel Coated Balloon for the Treatment of Chronic bEnigN sTricture- Esophagus (PATENT-E)
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3. Enhanced Risk of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Esophageal Complications in the Ulcerative Colitis Population.
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Wang, Xiaoliang, Almetwali, Omar, Wang, Jiayan, Wright, Zachary, Patton-Tackett, Eva D., Roy, Stephen, Tu, Lei, and Song, Gengqing
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NON-erosive reflux disease , *BARRETT'S esophagus , *FISHER exact test , *ESOPHAGUS diseases , *ULCERATIVE colitis - Abstract
Background: Although heartburn and reflux are frequently reported in ulcerative colitis [UC], the correlation between UC and gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD], and its complications, esophageal stricture and Barrett's esophagus [BE], is not well understood. This study aims to examine the prevalence and associated risk of GERD and its complications within the UC population. Methods: We analyzed the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) dataset, consisting of 7,159,694 patients, comparing GERD patients with and without UC to those without GERD. We assessed the degree of colonic involvement in UC and the occurrence of esophageal complications. Bivariate analyses were conducted using the chi-squared test or Fisher exact test (two-tailed). Results: A higher prevalence of GERD (23.0% vs. 16.5%) and GERD phenotypes, such as non-erosive reflux disease (NERD) (22.3% vs. 16%) and erosive esophagitis (EE) (1.2% vs. 0.6%), was found in UC patients (p < 0.01), including pancolitis, proctitis, proctosigmoiditis, left-sided colitis, and indetermined UC (with undefined colonic involvement). UC patients were more likely to develop GERD (1.421), NERD (1.407), and EE (1.681) (p < 0.01). A higher prevalence of esophageal stricture (16.9 vs. 11.4 per 10,000 patients) and BE without dysplasia (94.5 vs. 39.3 per 10,000 patients) was found in UC (p < 0.05). The odds of developing BE without dysplasia were higher (1.892) in patients with UC (p < 0.01), including ulcerative pancolitis, proctitis, and indeterminate UC (OR of 1.657, 3.328, and 1.996, respectively) (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Our study demonstrates an increased risk of developing GERD and its complications in UC. This highlights the importance of vigilant monitoring and early intervention to minimize associated GERD-related risks in patients with UC. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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4. Esophageal Self-Dilation in Benign Refractory Esophageal Strictures: Outcomes from a Randomized Controlled Trial and a Prospective Observational Study.
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Halland, Magnus, Prichard, David O., Kahn, Allon, Lavey, Crystal J., Katzka, David A., and Alexander, Jeffrey A.
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RANDOMIZED controlled trials , *LONGITUDINAL method , *DEGLUTITION disorders , *CLINICAL trials , *SCIENTIFIC observation - Abstract
Background: Patients with benign esophageal strictures may not maintain a response to endoscopic dilation, stenting, incisional or injectional therapies. For patients with these refractory esophageal strictures, esophageal self-dilation therapy (ESDT), performed to maintain luminal patency, may provide persistent symptomatic benefit while reducing patients' reliance on healthcare services and the risk associated with repeated endoscopic procedures. Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of EDST in a randomized controlled trial and prospective observational study. Methods: Twenty-five patients with refractory benign esophageal strictures were recruited at two esophageal clinics between November 2018 and June 2021. Twelve patients participated in the randomized trial and 13 in the prospective observational study. The number of endoscopic dilations, impact of therapy on dysphagia, adverse events, and complications were recorded. Results: In the randomized study, 50% of patients performing ESDT and 100% of controls required endoscopic dilation during follow-up (P = 0.02). In the observational study, the median (IQR) number of endoscopic dilations fell from 7 [7–10] in the 6 months prior to commencing ESDT to 1 [0–2] in the 6 months after (P < 0.0001). Most patients (22/25) were able to learn self-dilation. Few serious adverse events were noted. Dysphagia severity remained unchanged or improved. Conclusions: ESDT appears to be a safe effective therapy for benign esophageal strictures refractory to endoscopic treatment. Clinical Trial Number: NCT03738566. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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5. Intralesional steroids in refractory caustic esophageal stricture.
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Díaz, M. Martínez, Pradas, V. Ibañez, Jerez, M. Couselo, Diéguez, E. Valdés, and Marco, I. Viguria
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STEROIDS , *CHILD patients , *TRIAMCINOLONE acetonide , *TRIAMCINOLONE - Abstract
Objective. To analyze the efficacy of intralesional steroid treatment in refractory caustic esophageal stricture. Materials and methods. An analytical, retrospective study of patients receiving intralesional steroid treatment with triamcinolone acetonide as a result of refractory caustic esophageal stricture was carried out. Demographic variables, stricture characteristics, number of dilations, steroid injections, and dilation score (no. of dilations/ follow-up period in months) pre- and post-treatment were collected. Stricture characteristics (diameter and length) and dilation score preand post-treatment were compared using the T-Test or Wilcoxon test. Results. N= 5. Median age: 5 years (17 months-7 years). Follow-up: 6.60 ± 2.70 years. Swallowed products included NaOH, KOH, and ClH. Zargar classification at follow-up initiation was IIb (n= 2), IIIa (n= 1), and two chronic strictures. 6.6 ± 9.23 esophageal dilations were carried out before steroid treatment initiation. The mean number of intralesional therapy sessions was 11.20 ± 6.14. Stricture length decreased by 3.60 ± 2.63 cm (t= 3.06; p= 0.019). No differences were found in terms of diameter increase: –1.60 ± 3.58 mm (t= –1.00; p= 0.187). The dilation score diminished from 1.47 ± 0.86 to 0.47 ± 0.18 dilations per month of follow-up (Z= –2.02; p= 0.043). Conclusions. Even though there is limited evidence available in the pediatric population, intralesional triamcinolone treatment is seemingly useful in the treatment of refractory caustic esophageal stricture, since it reduces length and dilation score. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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6. The Effect of Laparoscopic Gastric Ischemic Preconditioning Prior to Esophagectomy on Anastomotic Stricture Rate and Comparison with Esophagectomy-Alone Controls.
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Stuart, Christina M., Mott, Nicole M., Dyas, Adam R., Byers, Sara, Gergen, Anna K., Mungo, Benedetto, Stewart, Camille L., McCarter, Martin D., Randhawa, Simran K., David, Elizabeth A., Mitchell, John D., and Meguid, Robert A.
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Background: Benign anastomotic stricture is a recognized complication following esophagectomy. Laparoscopic gastric ischemic preconditioning (LGIP) prior to esophagectomy has been associated with decreased anastomotic leak rates; however, its effect on stricture and the need for subsequent endoscopic intervention is not well studied. Methods: This was a case-control study at an academic medical center using consecutive patients undergoing oncologic esophagectomies (July 2012–July 2022). Our institution initiated an LGIP protocol on 1 January 2021. The primary outcome was the occurrence of stricture within 1 year of esophagectomy, while secondary outcomes were stricture severity and frequency of interventions within the 6 months following stricture. Bivariable comparisons were performed using Chi-square, Fisher's exact, or Mann–Whitney U tests. Multivariable regression controlling for confounders was performed to generate risk-adjust odds ratios and to identify the independent effect of LGIP. Results: Of 253 esophagectomies, 42 (16.6%) underwent LGIP prior to esophagectomy. There were 45 (17.7%) anastomotic strictures requiring endoscopic intervention, including three patients who underwent LGIP and 42 who did not. Median time to stricture was 144 days. Those who underwent LGIP were significantly less likely to develop anastomotic stricture (7.1% vs. 19.9%; p = 0.048). After controlling for confounders, this difference was no longer significant (odds ratio 0.46, 95% confidence interval 0.14–1.82; p = 0.29). Of those who developed stricture, there was a trend toward less severe strictures and decreased need for endoscopic dilation in the LGIP group (all p < 0.20). Conclusion: LGIP may reduce the rate and severity of symptomatic anastomotic stricture following esophagectomy. A multi-institutional trial evaluating the effect of LGIP on stricture and other anastomotic complications is warranted. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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7. Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy by Pediatric Surgeons: Our Early Experience
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Adnan Sayeed, Anand Alladi, and Venkatesh Kesarla Lakshmaiah
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esophageal stricture ,pediatric surgeon ,upper gastrointestinal endoscopy ,Pediatrics ,RJ1-570 ,Surgery ,RD1-811 - Abstract
Introduction: Pediatric upper gastrointestinal (UGI) endoscopy is an important procedure in the management of gastrointestinal pathologies. Conventionally, it has been the forte of medical gastroenterologists. However, unlike adults, the availability of pediatric gastroenterologists is limited, especially during emergency hours. We present our early experience of UGI endoscopy done by the department of pediatric surgery. Aims: The aim of this study was to study the feasibility and benefits of UGI endoscopy by pediatric surgeons. Materials and Methods: A retrospective descriptive study was carried out by the department of pediatric surgery of a tertiary-level medical college, from January 2017 to January 2022. Data were collected from electronic and physical medical records. Parameters included age, gender, indication for endoscopy, and procedures done endoscopically or based on endoscopic findings and complications. Results: One hundred and thirty endoscopies were done in 95 patients aged 1–16 years, from January 2017 to January 2022. The most common indication for UGI endoscopy was esophageal stricture (71 procedures in 41 patients), followed by UGI foreign body (18 cases). All other indications were mostly diagnostic, other than four patients with achalasia. Thirty of these patients underwent UGI endoscopy as an emergency procedure. Seventeen patients were followed through or had added procedures, with UGI endoscopy. There was one perforation when dilating an esophageal stricture who responded to conservative management. Conclusion: UGI endoscopy is a valuable diagnostic and therapeutic procedure, which can be performed by pediatric surgeons after necessary training. It supplements decision-making in management, avoids waste of time in referring, avoids additional anesthesia, and is valuable in emergencies.
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8. MFGE8 in exosomes derived from mesenchymal stem cells prevents esophageal stricture after endoscopic submucosal dissection in pigs
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Huasheng Lai, Hon-Chi Yip, Yu Gong, Kai-Fung Chan, Kevin Kai-Chung Leung, Melissa Shannon Chan, Xianfeng Xia, and Philip Wai-Yan Chiu
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Mesenchymal stem cells ,Exosomes ,MFGE8 ,Endoscopic submucosal dissection ,Esophageal stricture ,Biotechnology ,TP248.13-248.65 ,Medical technology ,R855-855.5 - Abstract
Abstract Background Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is the current standard treatment for early-stage esophageal neoplasms. However, the postoperative esophageal stricture after extensive mucosal dissection remains a severe challenge with limited effective treatments available. In this study, we introduced a chitosan/gelatin (ChGel) sponge encapsulating the adipose mesenchymal stem cells (ADMSCs)-derived exosomes (ChGelMSC−Exo) for the prevention of esophageal stenosis after ESD in a porcine model. Results Pigs were randomly assigned into (1) ChGelMSC−Exo treatment group, (2) ChGelPBS group, and (3) the controls. Exosome treatments were applied immediately on the day after ESD as well as on day 7. Exosome components crucial for wound healing were investigated by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC–MS/MS) and small RNA sequencing. ChGelMSC−Exo treatment significantly reduced mucosal contraction on day 21, with less fiber accumulation and inflammatory infiltration, and enhanced angiogenesis when compared with the control and ChGelPBS groups. The anti-fibrotic effects following MSC-Exo treatment were further found to be associated with the anti-inflammatory M2 polarization of the resident macrophages, especially within the M2b subset characterized by the reduced TGFβ1 secretion, which sufficiently inhibited inflammation and prevented the activation of myofibroblast with less collagen production at the early stage after ESD. Moreover, the abundant expression of exosomal MFGE8 was identified to be involved in the transition of the M2b-macrophage subset through the activation of MFGE8/STAT3/Arg1 axis. Conclusions Our study demonstrates that exosomal MFGE8 significantly promotes the polarization of the M2b-macrophage subset, consequently reducing collagen deposition. These findings suggest a promising potential for MSC-Exo therapy in preventing the development of esophageal stricture after near-circumferential ESD. Graphical Abstract
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9. Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy by Pediatric Surgeons: Our Early Experience.
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Sayeed, Adnan, Alladi, Anand, and Lakshmaiah, Venkatesh Kesarla
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GASTROINTESTINAL disease treatment , *GASTROINTESTINAL disease diagnosis , *PEDIATRIC surgery , *PEDIATRICIANS , *ACADEMIC medical centers , *SURGEONS , *RETROSPECTIVE studies , *GASTROENTEROLOGISTS , *ENDOSCOPIC gastrointestinal surgery , *RESEARCH methodology , *ELECTRONIC health records , *CASE studies , *PSYCHOSOCIAL factors - Abstract
Introduction: Pediatric upper gastrointestinal (UGI) endoscopy is an important procedure in the management of gastrointestinal pathologies. Conventionally, it has been the forte of medical gastroenterologists. However, unlike adults, the availability of pediatric gastroenterologists is limited, especially during emergency hours. We present our early experience of UGI endoscopy done by the department of pediatric surgery. Aims: The aim of this study was to study the feasibility and benefits of UGI endoscopy by pediatric surgeons. Materials and Methods: A retrospective descriptive study was carried out by the department of pediatric surgery of a tertiary-level medical college, from January 2017 to January 2022. Data were collected from electronic and physical medical records. Parameters included age, gender, indication for endoscopy, and procedures done endoscopically or based on endoscopic findings and complications. Results: One hundred and thirty endoscopies were done in 95 patients aged 1-16 years, from January 2017 to January 2022. The most common indication for UGI endoscopy was esophageal stricture (71 procedures in 41 patients), followed by UGI foreign body (18 cases). All other indications were mostly diagnostic, other than four patients with achalasia. Thirty of these patients underwent UGI endoscopy as an emergency procedure. Seventeen patients were followed through or had added procedures, with UGI endoscopy. There was one perforation when dilating an esophageal stricture who responded to conservative management. Conclusion: UGI endoscopy is a valuable diagnostic and therapeutic procedure, which can be performed by pediatric surgeons after necessary training. It supplements decision-making in management, avoids waste of time in referring, avoids additional anesthesia, and is valuable in emergencies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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10. DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF ESOPHAGEAL STRICTURE IN A DOG.
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Liling Liu, Ying Zhang, Huibo Jin, Shupeng Chen, Wei Luo, and Lin Li
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DOGS , *CREATINE kinase , *POSTOPERATIVE care , *SURGICAL excision , *DIAGNOSIS - Abstract
A 1.5-year-old male Corgi dog was presented by his owner to our institute with a 4-day history of dysphagia and regurgitation. The dog underwent a physical examination followed by hematological tests, X-rays, and endoscopy. Creatine kinase contents were above the average level, referring to inflammation in the dog. We detected narrowing of the upper esophagus was detected after feeding barium meal. We also found a stricture on narrowing the esophagus's lumen. Surgical resection of the stricture was performed. After the operation, we gave the dog anti-inflammatory and anti-regurgitation drugs for five days. With excellent postoperative care, the dog was eventually cured. Based on the above findings, the dog was diagnosed with esophageal stricture secondary to esophagitis. We concluded that surgical resection is the proper way to treat severe esophageal stricture in adult dog for complete recovery, which was successfully achieved in this case. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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11. Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum for Refractory Iatrogenic Esophageal Strictures
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- 2023
12. Course of Esophageal Strictures in Eosinophilic Esophagitis Using Structured Esophagram Protocol
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Diana L. Snyder, Jeffrey A. Alexander, Karthik Ravi, Jeff L. Fidler, and David A. Katzka
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Eosinophilic Esophagitis ,Esophagram ,Esophageal Stricture ,Diseases of the digestive system. Gastroenterology ,RC799-869 - Abstract
Background and Aims: A key unknown in eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is the long-term course of esophageal stenosis. Our aim was to evaluate the course of esophageal strictures using structured serial esophagrams and determine predictors of diameter improvement in patients with EoE. Methods: This was a retrospective study of 78 EoE patients who completed 2 structured esophagrams at an academic tertiary referral center between 2003 and 2021. Maximum and minimum esophageal diameters were measured during esophagram using a standardized protocol to reduce measurement errors. Results: The median age at first esophagram was 36.2 (12.9–64.3) years; 60.3% of patients were male; 41 patients had active EoE; and 9 were inactive. Of the patients, 39.7% had allergic rhinitis, asthma (32.1%), and atopic dermatitis (7.7%). Medical therapies at second esophagram and esophagogastroduodenoscopy included proton pump inhibitors (39.5%), swallowed topical steroids (31.6%), diet elimination (13.2%), biologic therapies (1.3%), and clinical trial medications (1.3%). Median maximum diameter significantly increased by 1.0 mm (Q1: −1.0 mm, Q3: 3.0 mm) (P = .034), independent of dilation (P = .744). Increase was most profound in patients starting in the lowest maximum diameter group (9–15 mm) with median increase of 3.0 mm. For patients in disease remission at the second esophagram, there was a significant increase in maximum diameter per year compared to active disease at 0.8 mm (Q1: 0.0 mm, Q3: 5.3 mm) and 0.0 mm (Q1: −0.4 mm, Q3: 0.6 mm) respectively (P = .019). Conclusion: Long-term improvement in esophageal strictures in patients with EoE may occur but is modest and likely occurs over years. Progression also appears to be minimal. Continuous medical treatment may reduce the rate of stricture recurrence and may improve stricture diameter over time.
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13. Esophageal stricture complicated with cardia cancer after endoscopic injection sclerotherapy for esophago-gas-tric fundal varices rupture bleeding: a case report
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Jiang Suxin, Wang Huaiyu, Pu Meng, Liu Chengli, Han Yong
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cirrhosis ,hypersplenism ,esophageal stricture ,cardia cancer ,eesophago-gas-tric fundal varices ,Medicine - Abstract
Cardia cancer patients complicated with cirrhosis,hypersplenism,and portal hypertension constantly have contraindications to systemic drugs such as chemotherapy due to poor liver function,and surgery has become the preferred treatment for patients with such cardia tumors. Evaluation of surgical indications,optimization of surgical regimen,and perioperative management strategy are key factors for safe and successful implementation of these surgeries. Here,we reported a 65-year-old male patient undergoing laparoscopic splenectomy plus pericardiac vascularization combined with radical resection of cardiac carcinoma. Satisfactory clinical efficacy was obtained. He could eat semi-liquid diet at 2 weeks after surgery. During over 1-year follow-up,the patient was generally in good condition,could eat normal diet,and the white blood cell,red blood cell and platelet were restored normal. Liver function was normal,and no thrombosis was seen on portal ultrasound. This case prompts that for cardia cancer patients complicated with cirrhosis,hypersplenism,esophago-gas-tric fundal varices,esophageal stricture,this surgical regimen provides novel therapeutic ideas,which can be utilized as a safe and effective treatment option.
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14. Esophageal Stricture and Occlusion in a Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas).
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Dannemiller, Nicholas G., Souza, Ashley R., Sherrod, Taylor, Womble, Mandy, Ozawa, Sarah M., Lewbart, Gregory A., Zagzebski, Kathryn A., and Harms, Craig A.
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GREEN turtle , *MUSCULAR atrophy , *TUBE feeding , *POINT-of-care testing , *COMPUTED tomography , *ESOPHAGEAL cancer , *EOSINOPHILIC esophagitis - Abstract
In December 2022, a juvenile female green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) was stranded in North Carolina, USA. On admission to rehabilitation, physical exam and point-of-care diagnostics found severe emaciation, a healing wound to the left cranial neck, abnormal buoyancy, a heavy burden of epibiota on its carapace, anemia, and hypoproteinemia. Over time, the turtle exhibited progressive weight loss, dysphagia, and regurgitation characterized by forcefully ejecting water and masticated fish from its nares. When attempted tube feeding was unsuccessful, a cranial esophageal stricture was suspected. Computed tomography and ultrasonography revealed no evidence of an esophageal foreign body or intraluminal and extraluminal masses. Esophagoscopy confirmed a cranial esophageal stricture; however, neither bouginage nor surgical resection via an esophagostomy was successful, and the turtle was euthanized. Necropsy confirmed an esophageal stricture and occlusion, diffuse serous atrophy of fat, and widespread muscle atrophy. Histopathology revealed the esophageal stricture was comprised of focal marked fibrosis with edema and mild perivascular lymphoplasmacytic inflammation. Given the age class and size of the turtle, the authors suspect the esophageal stricture and occlusion were acquired secondary to unknown prior trauma. Esophageal stricture in sea turtles is a possible severe sequela of esophageal injury and likely carries a guarded prognosis for survival and release. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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15. Concepts and Controversies in Eosinophilic Esophagitis: What's Coming Down the Pipe?
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Peterson, Kathryn, Collins, Margaret H., Aceves, Seema S., Chehade, Mirna, and Gonsalves, Nirmala
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16. Acute esophageal stricture after bone marrow transplant.
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Pang, Songhan, Saleh, Hasan, Ailawadhi, Sikander, Edgar, Mark, and Pang, Maoyin
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Esophageal stricture after bone marrow transplantation (BMT) is exceptionally rare, with only a few cases reported in the literature. We present an interesting case of a 58-year-old male with refractory multiple myeloma who developed dysphagia five days following his second bone marrow transplantation. He was found to have a severe esophageal stricture. The patient was treated with multiple esophageal dilations and triamcinolone injections in the following weeks to months, resulting in an improvement in symptoms. Although the exact underlying mechanism remains unknown, high-dose chemotherapy conditioning with melphalan prior to BMT likely contributed to the stricture. Our case highlights the importance of heightened post-bone marrow transplantation management for rare complications, such as an esophageal stricture. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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17. 食管胃底静脉曲张破裂出血经硬化剂治疗后食管狭窄 合并贲门癌一例.
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江素鑫, 王怀宇, 蒲猛, 刘承利, and 韩勇
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Cardia cancer patients complicated with cirrhosis, hypersplenism, and portal hypertension constantly have contraindications to systemic drugs such as chemotherapy due to poor liver function, and surgery has become the preferred treatment for patients with such cardia tumors. Evaluation of surgical indications, optimization of surgical regimen, and perioperative management strategy are key factors for safe and successful implementation of these surgeries. Here, we reported a 65-year-old male patient undergoing laparoscopic splenectomy plus pericardiac vascularization combined with radical resection of cardiac carcinoma. Satisfactory clinical efficacy was obtained. He could eat semi-liquid diet at 2 weeks after surgery. During over 1-year follow-up, the patient was generally in good condition, could eat normal diet, and the white blood cell, red blood cell and platelet were restored normal. Liver function was normal, and no thrombosis was seen on portal ultrasound. This case prompts that for cardia cancer patients complicated with cirrhosis, hypersplenism, esophago-gas-tric fundal varices, esophageal stricture, this surgical regimen provides novel therapeutic ideas, which can be utilized as a safe and effective treatment option. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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18. Surgical management of upper cervical esophagus stricture caused by ingestion of corrosive substances - a single-center experience.
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Mishra, Haris Chandra, Mohapatra, Jyotiranjan, Dash, Sanghamitra, and Dash, Sashibhusan
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SURGICAL anastomosis ,ESOPHAGEAL surgery ,ESOPHAGEAL injuries ,TRACHEOTOMY ,FOLLOW-up studies (Medicine) - Abstract
Introduction and aim: Corrosive strictures of the upper cervical esophagus and hypopharynx are hard to treat in the operating room because there is a high chance of aspiration during swallowing after a high-up or proximal esophageal anastomosis. In this cases, we aimed to evaluate the role of intraoperative dilatation of the proximal hypopharyngeal and cervical esophageal stumps during surgery. Material and methods: Patients who underwent surgery and had upper cervical esophageal and hypopharyngeal strictures from corrosive substance ingestion were included. Results: Out of total 27 patients, 10 had a cricopharyngeal or proximal cervical esophageal stricture with a long segment thoracic esophageal stricture that was treated with intra-operative dilatation (IOD) of the proximal hypopharyngeal stump. IOD was done in two cases with Hegar's dilator and in three cases with wire-guided Savary Gillard dilators. In 74% (20/27) of the cases, the colon was frequently used as an esophageal substitute, while the stomach was only used in 10 cases. On follow-up, none of them developed repeated aspirations or required a tracheotomy. Concusion: IOD of the proximal hypopharyngeal and cervical esophageal stumps during surgery for corrosive upper cervical esophageal or cricopharyngeal strictures helps to save the proximal stump and avoid frequent hospital stays and multiple surgeries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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19. NKI Therapy Compared to Usual Care of Recurrent Esophagogastric Anastomotic Strictures (SAMURAI)
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Erasmus Medical Center, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Leiden University Medical Center, and UMC Utrecht
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- 2023
20. Esophagectomy for esophageal stricture with systemic sclerosis: a case report
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Yuho Ebata, Yasue Kimura, Kentaro Nonaka, Sho Nambara, Qingjiang Hu, Ryota Nakanishi, Tomonori Nakanoko, Mitsuhiko Ota, Eiji Oki, and Tomoharu Yoshizumi
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Systemic sclerosis ,Gastroesophageal reflux disease ,Esophageal stricture ,Esophagectomy ,Surgery ,RD1-811 - Abstract
Abstract Background Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is an autoimmune disease characterized by frequent esophageal involvement. However, there are few reports on esophagectomy for esophageal strictures associated with SSc. Herein, we present a case of successful treatment of an esophageal stricture associated with SSc through subtotal esophagectomy. Case presentation A 53-year-old female patient was diagnosed with SSc, interstitial pneumonia, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The patient developed an esophageal ulcer and benign stricture that required a subtotal esophagectomy 10 years after the diagnosis. Histopathological findings revealed thinning of the muscle layer, a characteristic feature of SSc. The patient was free of dysphagia or regurgitation. Conclusions An esophagectomy is a valuable option for treating esophageal strictures in SSc. Therefore, surgical approaches should be established for patients with SSc.
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21. Enhanced Risk of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Esophageal Complications in the Ulcerative Colitis Population
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Xiaoliang Wang, Omar Almetwali, Jiayan Wang, Zachary Wright, Eva D. Patton-Tackett, Stephen Roy, Lei Tu, and Gengqing Song
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ulcerative colitis ,gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD] ,Barrett’s esophagus ,esophageal stricture ,Medicine - Abstract
Background: Although heartburn and reflux are frequently reported in ulcerative colitis [UC], the correlation between UC and gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD], and its complications, esophageal stricture and Barrett’s esophagus [BE], is not well understood. This study aims to examine the prevalence and associated risk of GERD and its complications within the UC population. Methods: We analyzed the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) dataset, consisting of 7,159,694 patients, comparing GERD patients with and without UC to those without GERD. We assessed the degree of colonic involvement in UC and the occurrence of esophageal complications. Bivariate analyses were conducted using the chi-squared test or Fisher exact test (two-tailed). Results: A higher prevalence of GERD (23.0% vs. 16.5%) and GERD phenotypes, such as non-erosive reflux disease (NERD) (22.3% vs. 16%) and erosive esophagitis (EE) (1.2% vs. 0.6%), was found in UC patients (p < 0.01), including pancolitis, proctitis, proctosigmoiditis, left-sided colitis, and indetermined UC (with undefined colonic involvement). UC patients were more likely to develop GERD (1.421), NERD (1.407), and EE (1.681) (p < 0.01). A higher prevalence of esophageal stricture (16.9 vs. 11.4 per 10,000 patients) and BE without dysplasia (94.5 vs. 39.3 per 10,000 patients) was found in UC (p < 0.05). The odds of developing BE without dysplasia were higher (1.892) in patients with UC (p < 0.01), including ulcerative pancolitis, proctitis, and indeterminate UC (OR of 1.657, 3.328, and 1.996, respectively) (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Our study demonstrates an increased risk of developing GERD and its complications in UC. This highlights the importance of vigilant monitoring and early intervention to minimize associated GERD-related risks in patients with UC.
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22. Balloon Dilation Methods for Benign Esophageal Stricture
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Samuel H Mardini, Associate Professor
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- 2022
23. Outcomes of pneumatic dilation in pediatric caustic esophageal strictures: a descriptive and analytic study from a developing country.
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Sabrine, Ben Youssef, Messaoud, Marwa, Samia, Belhassen, Meriem, Ben Fredj, Radhouane, Ben Salah, Maha, Ben Mansour, Sawsen, Chakroun, Sami, Sfar, Sana, Mosbahi, Amine, Ksia, Amel, Gara, Imen, Zemni, Lassaad, Sahnoun, Mongi, Mekki, and Mohsen, Belghith
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Objectives: Corrosive substance ingestion in children represents a significant public health issue due to its long-term health sequelae. Esophageal stricture, main complication of this dangerous condition, is treated by pneumatic dilation and eventually by esophageal replacement. We aimed, through this study, to report the outcomes of esophageal pneumatic dilation complicating corrosive substance ingestion in children in a developing country. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on the population of pediatric patients with caustic esophageal stenosis between January 2005 and December 2020. All patients underwent pneumatic balloon dilation. A logistic regression model was built to predict the probability of the occurrence of the event (success/failure) of the dilation. The ROC curve is used to evaluate the performance of the logistic regression model to discriminate between positive and negative values of the dependent variable. Results: The success rate of pneumatic balloon dilation was 80.4%. The median duration of overall management was 11 months. The severity of caustic stricture observed during endoscopy was significantly linked to worse outcomes (p = 0.001). Multivariate analysis indicated that the severity of stenosis and the number of dilation sessions were independent risk factors for failure of dilation. ROC curve analysis showed that the area under the curve was 71.7%. A Cut-Off point value of 7 provided the best sensitivity and specificity. Conclusion: Pneumatic balloon dilation has been proven to be efficacious in infants with caustic esophageal stricture. Pediatric surgeons should take into account factors to promptly switch to replacement surgery and avoid unnecessary and time-consuming serial dilations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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24. Raloxifene increases the risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease, Barrett's esophagus, and esophageal stricture in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis.
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Liu, Benjamin D., Udemba, Sharon C., Saleh, Sherif, Hill, Hannah, Song, Gengqing, and Fass, Ronnie
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Background and Aims: Estrogen‐based therapies may increase the risk of gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) and its complications. We aimed to determine the effect of raloxifene on the development of GERD, Barrett's esophagus, and esophageal stricture in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. Methods: This was a population‐based, propensity‐matched cohort study using the TriNetX platform. Patients 50 years and older with a diagnosis of "menopause" and "osteoporosis" were included in this study. Odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated for new GERD, esophageal stricture and Barrett's esophagus after raloxifene exposure. The control cohort consisted of patients who did not start any hormonal replacement therapy. We conducted a multivariable logistic regression analysis to evaluate the effect of confounding variables and also addressed common confounding medications with 1:1 propensity score‐matching. Internal validity was confirmed by comparing to negative controls (lisinopril, atorvastatin) and positive controls (metformin, ibuprofen, aspirin). Results: Five thousand four hundred and seventy two postmenopausal women with osteoporosis were on raloxifene of which 1908 (34.86%) developed GERD, compared to 296,067 postmenopausal who were not on raloxifene of which 90,643 (30.62%) developed GERD (OR 1.2; 95% CI 1.10–1.31, p < 0.0001). This persisted after adjusting for common medications known to affect GERD. Raloxifene was identified as a risk factor for GERD in a multivariate analysis, controlling for factors including age, obesity, smoking, and alcohol use (OR 1.51, 95% Wald CI 1.47–1.53). Raloxifene was associated with esophageal stricture (OR 1.60; 95% Wald CI 1.51–1.69) and Barrett's esophagus (OR 1.50; 95% Wald CI 1.37–1.63) in multivariate analysis. These associations persisted using sensitivity analyses. Conclusion: Raloxifene increases the risk of GERD, esophageal stricture and Barrett's esophagus in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. Further studies are needed to confirm our findings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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25. Botulinum Toxin Treatment for Cancer-Related Disorders: A Systematic Review.
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Safarpour, Delaram and Jabbari, Bahman
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This systematic review investigates the effect of botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) therapy on cancer-related disorders. A major bulk of the literature is focused on BoNT's effect on pain at the site of surgery or radiation. All 13 published studies on this issue indicated reduction or cessation of pain at these sites after local injection of BoNTs. Twelve studies addressed the effect of BoNT injection into the pylorus (sphincter between the stomach and the first part of the gut) for the prevention of gastroparesis after local resection of esophageal cancer. In eight studies, BoNT injection was superior to no intervention; three studies found no difference between the two approaches. One study compared the result of intra-pyloric BoNT injection with preventive pyloromyotomy (resection of pyloric muscle fibers). Both approaches reduced gastroparesis, but the surgical approach had more serious side effects. BoNT injection was superior to saline injection in the prevention of esophageal stricture after surgery (34% versus 6%, respectively, p = 0.02) and produced better results (30% versus 40% stricture) compared to steroid (triamcinolone) injection close to the surgical region. All 12 reported studies on the effect of BoNT injection into the parotid region for the reduction in facial sweating during eating (gustatory hyperhidrosis) found that BoNT injections stopped or significantly reduced facial sweating that developed after parotid gland surgery. Six studies showed that BoNT injection into the parotid region prevented the development of or healed the fistulas that developed after parotid gland resection—parotidectomy gustatory hyperhidrosis (Frey syndrome), post-surgical parotid fistula, and sialocele. Eight studies suggested that BoNT injection into masseter muscle reduced or stopped severe jaw pain after the first bite (first bite syndrome) that may develop as a complication of parotidectomy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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26. Surgical Treatment of Esophageal Anastomotic Stricture After Repair of Esophageal Atresia.
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Kamran, Ali, Smithers, Charles J., Izadi, Shawn N., Staffa, Steven J., Zurakowski, David, Demehri, Farokh R., Mohammed, Somala, Shieh, Hester F., Ngo, Peter D., Yasuda, Jessica, Manfredi, Michael A., Hamilton, Thomas E., Jennings, Russell W., and Zendejas, Benjamin
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Anastomotic strictures (AS) after esophageal atresia (EA) repair are common. While most respond to endoscopic therapy, some become refractory and require surgical intervention, for which the outcomes are not well established. All EA children with AS who were treated surgically at two institutions (2011–2022) were retrospectively reviewed. Surgical repair was performed for those with AS that were either refractory to endoscopic therapy or clinically symptomatic and undergoing surgery for another indication. Anastomotic leak, need for repeat stricture resection, and esophageal replacement were considered poor outcomes. 139 patients (median age: 12 months, range 1.5 months–20 years; median weight: 8.1 kg) underwent 148 anastomotic stricture repairs (100 refractory, 48 non-refractory) in the form of stricturoplasty (n = 43), segmental stricture resection with primary anastomosis (n = 96), or stricture resection with a delayed anastomosis after traction-induced lengthening (n = 9). With a median follow-up of 38 months, most children (92%) preserved their esophagus, and the majority (83%) of stricture repairs were free of poor outcomes. Only one anastomotic leak occurred in a non-refractory stricture. Of the refractory stricture repairs (n = 100), 10% developed a leak, 9% required repeat stricture resection, and 13% required esophageal replacement. On multivariable analysis, significant risk factors for any type of poor outcome included anastomotic leak, stricture length, hiatal hernia, and patient's weight. Surgery for refractory AS is associated with inherent yet low morbidity and high rates of esophageal preservation. Surgical repair of non-refractory symptomatic AS at the time of another thoracic operation is associated with excellent outcomes. Level III. • Surgical treatment for refractory strictures can achieve a high rate of esophageal preservation; however, this carries an inherent but low risk of anastomotic leak, need for repeat stricture resection, or eventual esophageal replacement. • Children with co-existent refractory stricture and a hiatal hernia are at an increased risk of poor anastomotic outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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27. Esophagectomy for esophageal stricture with systemic sclerosis: a case report.
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Ebata, Yuho, Kimura, Yasue, Nonaka, Kentaro, Nambara, Sho, Hu, Qingjiang, Nakanishi, Ryota, Nakanoko, Tomonori, Ota, Mitsuhiko, Oki, Eiji, and Yoshizumi, Tomoharu
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SYSTEMIC scleroderma ,ESOPHAGECTOMY ,PULMONARY fibrosis ,AUTOIMMUNE diseases ,GASTROESOPHAGEAL reflux ,ESOPHAGEAL cancer ,WOMEN patients - Abstract
Background: Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is an autoimmune disease characterized by frequent esophageal involvement. However, there are few reports on esophagectomy for esophageal strictures associated with SSc. Herein, we present a case of successful treatment of an esophageal stricture associated with SSc through subtotal esophagectomy. Case presentation: A 53-year-old female patient was diagnosed with SSc, interstitial pneumonia, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The patient developed an esophageal ulcer and benign stricture that required a subtotal esophagectomy 10 years after the diagnosis. Histopathological findings revealed thinning of the muscle layer, a characteristic feature of SSc. The patient was free of dysphagia or regurgitation. Conclusions: An esophagectomy is a valuable option for treating esophageal strictures in SSc. Therefore, surgical approaches should be established for patients with SSc. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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28. Application of polyglycolic acid sheets and basic fibroblast growth factor to prevent esophageal stricture after endoscopic submucosal dissection in pigs.
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Nishimura, Yusuke, Ono, Masayoshi, Okubo, Naoto, Sone, Takayuki, Higashino, Masayuki, Matsumoto, Shogo, Kubo, Marina, Yamamoto, Keiko, Ono, Shoko, Ohnishi, Shunsuke, and Sakamoto, Naoya
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Background: Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) has been the first-line treatment for early-stage esophageal cancer. However, it often causes postoperative stricture in cases requiring wide dissection. Basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) reportedly has anti-scarring effects during cutaneous wound healing. We hypothesized that suppressing myofibroblast activation will prevent stricture after esophageal ESD. Methods: We resected a complete porcine esophagus circumference section by ESD. To investigate the preventive effect of bFGF on esophageal stricture formation after ESD, we endoscopically applied bFGF-soaked poly-glycolic acid (PGA) sheets onto the wound bed after ESD and fixed them by spraying fibrin glue (PGA + bFGF group), PGA sheets alone onto the wound bed and fixed them by spraying fibrin glue (PGA group), or nothing (control group). After removing the esophagus on day 22, we evaluated the mucosal constriction rate. Results: Compared with those in the control group, esophageal stricture was significantly reduced in the PGA + bFGF group, and the areas stained with α-SMA and calponin-1 antibodies were significantly inhibited in the PGA + bFGF and PGA groups. The thickness of the fibrous layer in the PGA + bFGF group was uniform compared to that of the other groups. Thus, PGA + bFGF inhibited the development of unregulated fibroblasts in the acute phase, leading to uniform wound healing. Conclusions: Stenosis after esophageal ESD is related to fibrosis in the acute phase. Administration of PGA and bFGF suppresses myofibroblast activation in the acute phase, thereby preventing esophageal constriction in pigs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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29. Prevention of esophageal stricture after endoscopic submucosal dissection of squamous cell carcinoma using a 20-French nasogastric tube combined with oral steroid administration.
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Wang, Jing, Li, Weifeng, Yan, Yan, Yuan, Peng, Cao, Changqi, Li, Shijie, and Wu, Qi
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Background: Esophageal stricture is a major complication after esophageal endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) and when the mucosal defect exceeds 3/4 of the circumference. Various preventive methods have been reported to prevent stenosis. However, in the case of circumferential ESD, there is no way to prevent luminal stenosis effectively. This retrospective study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of 20-French nasogastric tubes (NGT) combined with oral steroids for the prevention of esophageal stricture after endoscopic submucosal dissection. Methods: Between January 2012 and December 2021, we enrolled 57 patients with post-ESD mucosal defects exceeding 3/4 of the esophageal circumference. Of them, the initial seven patients received oral steroid therapy and the subsequent 50 patients received 20-French NGT placements combined with oral steroid therapy. We retrospectively evaluated the rates of strictures and refractory strictures and explored risk factors for strictures with 20-French NGT. Results: The overall esophageal stricture rate was 42.1% (24/57). In the noncircumferential group, the esophageal stricture rate in patients with only oral steroid to prevent esophageal stricture was 85.7% (6/7), while the esophageal stricture rate was only 4.3% (1/23) in those with 20-French NGT placements and oral steroid. All 27 patients with whole-circumferential resection received 20-French NGT placements. The stricture rate was 63.0% (17/27), and the refractory stricture rate was 17.6% (3/27). Conclusion: Using a 20-French NGT placement combined with oral steroid administration is an easy and safe alternative to prevent esophageal stricture after ESD, especially for patients with noncircumferential mucosal defects. Further studies are needed to develop an effective stricture prevention method for post-ESD whole-circumferential mucosal defects of the esophagus. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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30. Esophageal Stricture: An Uncommon Complication of Cervical Inlet Patch.
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Patel, Akash and Ajumobi, Adewale B.
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Esophageal heterotopic gastric mucosal patches (HGMP), also known as cervical inlet patches (CIP), is a rare but underdiagnosed condition characterized by the presence of salmon-colored, velvety mucosa located in the proximal esophagus, distal to the upper esophageal sphincter. The incidence of CIP ranges from 3% to 10% in adults, and its endoscopic appearance is characterized by a flat or slightly raised salmon-colored patch. In this case, we report a 78-year-old man who presented with symptoms of laryngopharyngeal reflux and dysphagia. An esophagogastroduodenoscopy showed a flat area of salmon-colored patch between 17 and 20 cm from the incisors, suggestive of a CIP complicated by stricture. The biopsy results showed an oxyntic-type mucosa lined with columnar cells consistent with an inlet patch. Esophageal dilation was done with a savory dilator with no resistance at 18 mm. The patient was placed on maintenance acid suppression therapy with proton-pump inhibitors and reported complete resolution of symptoms at the 1-month follow-up. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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31. Issues in Therapeutic Endoscopy
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Dua, Kulwinder, Sobin, W. Harley, editor, Saeian, Kia, editor, and Sanvanson, Patrick, editor
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32. Esophageal Perforations and Caustic Injuries in Children
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Sharma, Shilpa, Gupta, Devendra K., Puri, Prem, editor, and Höllwarth, Michael E., editor
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33. INGEST I Pilot Study (INGEST)
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34. Complications of endoscopic resection in the upper gastrointestinal tract
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Takeshi Uozumi, Seiichiro Abe, Mai Ego Makiguchi, Satoru Nonaka, Haruhisa Suzuki, Shigetaka Yoshinaga, and Yutaka Saito
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complications ,endoscopic mucosal resection ,endoscopic resection ,esophageal stricture ,Internal medicine ,RC31-1245 ,Diseases of the digestive system. Gastroenterology ,RC799-869 - Abstract
Endoscopic resection (ER) is widely utilized as a minimally invasive treatment for upper gastrointestinal tumors; however, complications could occur during and after the procedure. Post-ER mucosal defect leads to delayed perforation and bleeding; therefore, endoscopic closure methods (endoscopic hand-suturing, the endoloop and endoclip closure method, and over-the-scope clip method) and tissue shielding methods (polyglycolic acid sheets and fibrin glue) are developed to prevent these complications. During duodenal ER, complete closure of the mucosal defect significantly reduces delayed bleeding and should be performed. An extensive mucosal defect that comprises three-quarters of the circumference in the esophagus, gastric antrum, or cardia is a significant risk factor for post-ER stricture. Steroid therapy is considered the first-line option for the prevention of esophageal stricture, but its efficacy for gastric stricture remains unclear. Methods for the prevention and management of ER-related complications in the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum differ according to the organ; therefore, endoscopists should be familiar with ways of preventing and managing organ-specific complications.
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35. Construction and external validation of a nomogram model for predicting the risk of esophageal stricture after endoscopic submucosal dissection: a multicenter case–control study
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Zhao Mu, Xiao Tang, Jingting Wang, Yulin Chen, Kui Cui, Xingyu Rao, Juan Li, and Guodong Yang
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Endoscopic submucosal dissection ,Esophageal stricture ,Risk factors ,Nomogram ,External validation ,Diseases of the digestive system. Gastroenterology ,RC799-869 - Abstract
Abstract Esophageal stricture is a common complication after endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for superficial esophageal cancer and precancerous lesions, we intend to investigate the independent risk factors of esophageal stricture after ESD by adding the data of included living habits, established a nomogram model to predict the risk of esophageal stricture, and verified it by external data. The clinical data and living habits of patients with early esophageal cancer and precancerous lesions who underwent ESD in the Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College and Langzhong People's Hospital from March 2017 to August 2021 were retrospectively collected. The data collected from the two hospitals were used as the development group (n = 256) and the validation group (n = 105), respectively. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used to determine independent risk factors for esophageal stricture after ESD and establish a nomogram model for the development group. The prediction performance of the nomogram model is internally and externally verified by calculating C-Index and plotting the receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC) and calibration curve, respectively. The results showed that Age, drinking water temperature, neutrophil–lymphocyte ratio, the extent of esophageal mucosal defect, longitudinal diameter of resected mucosa, and depth of tissue invasion (P
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36. Obstructive Sleep Apnea Is Associated with an Increased Risk of Developing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Its Complications
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Xiaoliang Wang, Zachary Wright, Jiayan Wang, and Gengqing Song
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OSA ,GERD ,esophageal stricture ,Barrett’s esophagus ,high risk ,Internal medicine ,RC31-1245 ,Medicine (General) ,R5-920 - Abstract
Patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) commonly report gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms, and limited data suggest a relationship between OSA and GERD-related complications. To investigate this association, we performed a population-based analysis using National Inpatient Sample (NIS) data for 7,159,694 patients. After adjusting for risk factors, OSA patients had a significantly higher incidence of GERD (32.3%) compared to those without OSA (15.0%, p < 0.01). OSA patients also had a higher risk of developing GERD-related complications, including non-erosive esophagitis, erosive esophagitis, esophageal stricture, and Barrett’s esophagus with and without dysplasia. Therefore, our results emphasize the importance of early detection and management of GERD and its complications in patients with OSA, particularly those with additional risk factors such as obesity and smoking.
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37. Prevention and management of esophageal stricture after esophageal ESD: 10 years of experience in a single medical center
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Wen-Hung Hsu, Hsiang-Yao Shih, Chun-Sheng Shen, Fang-Jung Yu, Hui-Ching Wang, Leong-Perng Chan, Chao-Hung Kuo, Hui-Min Hsieh, and I-Chen Wu
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Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) ,Esophageal stricture ,Superficial esophageal squamous cell neoplasm ,Medicine (General) ,R5-920 - Abstract
Background/Purpose: Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure to deal with local early esophageal neoplasm, although post-ESD esophageal stricture is a major delayed complication of esophageal ESD greatly influencing the patient's quality of life. This retrospective study was conducted to analyze the esophageal stricture after esophageal ESD while determining further treatment and outcome of stricture management. Methods: From 2009 to 2021, we reviewed all patients who underwent ESD for esophageal squamous cell neoplasia in Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital. Results: Totally, 133 patients with esophageal squamous cell neoplasm were enrolled. Among these 133 patients, 108 patients had lesions less than three-fourths in circumferential and 25 patients had lesions in excess of three-fourths circumferentially. Totally, 18 patients (13.5%) had symptomatic esophageal stricture and 17 patients (94.4%) had stricture existing over the upper or middle esophagus. The most important risk factor of esophageal stricture was the extent of resection of esophageal circumference, especially whole circumferential resection. Although oral steroid prevention medication was prescribed for high-risk patients with lesions more than three-fourth circumferential ESD, the stricture rate was still up to 40% (10/25). Endoscopic/luminal management with balloon dilation, radial incision and self-bougination achieved 83% (15/18) symptom remission. Three patients received surgical intervention with esophagectomy or jejunostomy. Conclusion: Esophageal stricture is frequently encountered in esophageal ESD. Aggressive preventative strategy is warranted for the high-risk group. Endoscopy/luminal management has high efficacy for post-ESD esophageal stricture.
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38. Recurrent Esophageal Stricture as a Result of Esophageal Diverticulum: Case Report
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Kaka Renaldi and Muhamad Reza Prabowo
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dysphagia ,esophageal stricture ,esophageal diverticulum ,Medicine ,Diseases of the digestive system. Gastroenterology ,RC799-869 - Abstract
Esophageal stricture is a disorder that limiting patients’ capability to get adequate intake. Dysphagia and regurgitation are main problem that makes patient admit to the hospital. There are several causes that narrowing esophageal lumen; those could be intraluminal or extraluminal. Esophageal diverticulum is one of a kind. It is not easy to establish the diagnosis of diverticulum in esophagus segment since supporting examination needed were complex. Esophageal stricture treatment should be interdisciplinary approach because inappropriate management would increase risk of complication and lowering patient’s quality of life. The management of esophageal diverticulum could be challenging and its prognosis depends on the patient’s characteristic and comorbidity.
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39. MFGE8 in exosomes derived from mesenchymal stem cells prevents esophageal stricture after endoscopic submucosal dissection in pigs
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Lai, Huasheng, Yip, Hon-Chi, Gong, Yu, Chan, Kai-Fung, Leung, Kevin Kai-Chung, Chan, Melissa Shannon, Xia, Xianfeng, and Chiu, Philip Wai-Yan
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40. Comprehensive review of materials, applications, and future innovations in biodegradable esophageal stents
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Yaochen Yang, Yuanyuan Yang, Zhipeng Hou, Tingting Wang, Peng Wu, Lufan Shen, Peng Li, Kai Zhang, Liqun Yang, and Siyu Sun
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biodegradable esophageal stents ,esophageal stricture ,esophageal cancer ,polydioxanone ,poly (L-lactic-acid) ,magnesium alloy ,Biotechnology ,TP248.13-248.65 - Abstract
Esophageal stricture (ES) results from benign and malignant conditions, such as uncontrolled gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and esophageal neoplasms. Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy is the preferred diagnostic approach for ES and its underlying causes. Stent insertion using an endoscope is a prevalent method for alleviating or treating ES. Nevertheless, the widely used self-expandable metal stents (SEMS) and self-expandable plastic stents (SEPS) can result in complications such as migration and restenosis. Furthermore, they necessitate secondary extraction in cases of benign esophageal stricture (BES), rendering them unsatisfactory for clinical requirements. Over the past 3 decades, significant attention has been devoted to biodegradable materials, including synthetic polyester polymers and magnesium-based alloys, owing to their exceptional biocompatibility and biodegradability while addressing the challenges associated with recurring procedures after BES resolves. Novel esophageal stents have been developed and are undergoing experimental and clinical trials. Drug-eluting stents (DES) with drug-loading and drug-releasing capabilities are currently a research focal point, offering more efficient and precise ES treatments. Functional innovations have been investigated to optimize stent performance, including unidirectional drug-release and anti-migration features. Emerging manufacturing technologies such as three-dimensional (3D) printing and new biodegradable materials such as hydrogels have also contributed to the innovation of esophageal stents. The ultimate objective of the research and development of these materials is their clinical application in the treatment of ES and other benign conditions and the palliative treatment of malignant esophageal stricture (MES). This review aimed to offer a comprehensive overview of current biodegradable esophageal stent materials and their applications, highlight current research limitations and innovations, and offer insights into future development priorities and directions.
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41. Infigratinib, a Selective Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitor, Suppresses Stent-Induced Tissue Hyperplasia in a Rat Esophageal Model.
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Fu, Yan, Zhao, He, Li, Jingui, Li, Yawei, Gong, Tao, An, Chao, Wang, Ruosu, and Li, Xiao
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FIBROBLAST growth factor receptors ,HYPERPLASIA ,FEEDING tubes ,PASSIVE euthanasia - Abstract
Purpose: Stent-induced tissue hyperplasia remains a challenge for the application of self-expanding metal stents in the management of esophageal stricture. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of infigratinib, which is a selective fibroblast growth factor receptor inhibitor, in the prevention of stent-induced tissue hyperplasia in a rat esophageal model. Methods: Twenty-four male Sprague–Dawley rats underwent esophageal stent placement and were randomized to receive 1 ml of vehicle, 5 mg/kg infigratinib in 1 ml of vehicle, or 10 mg/kg infigratinib in 1 ml of vehicle via naso-gastric tube once daily for 28 days. Follow-up fluoroscopy was performed on postoperative day 28, and the stented esophageal tissues were harvested for histological and immunofluorescence examinations. Results: All rats survived until euthanasia on postoperative day 28 without procedure-related adverse events. The incidence of stent migration was 12.5%, 12.5% and 25% in the control group, the 5 mg/kg infigratinib group and, the 10 mg/kg infigratinib group, respectively. The percentage of granulation tissue area, the submucosal fibrosis thickness, the number of epithelial layers, the degree of inflammatory cell infiltration, the degree of collagen deposition, the number of fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 (FGFR1)-expressing myofibroblasts, and the number of proliferating myofibroblasts were all significantly lower in both infigratinib groups than in the control group (P < 0.05) but were not significantly different between the two infigratinib groups (P > 0.05). Conclusions: Infigratinib significantly suppresses stent-induced tissue hyperplasia by inhibiting FGFR1-mediated myofibroblast proliferation and profibrotic activities in a rat esophageal model. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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42. Esophageal dilation with EsoFLIP is faster than CRE balloon dilation combined with EndoFLIP in children.
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Hoskins, Brett, Almazan, Erik, Hohl, Brenna, and Ng, Kenneth
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Background: Controlled radial expansion (CRE) balloon dilators are traditionally used to dilate esophageal strictures during an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). EndoFLIP is a diagnostic tool used during an EGD to measure important parameters of the gastrointestinal lumen, capable of assessing treatment before and after dilation. EsoFLIP is a related device that combines a balloon dilator with high-resolution impedance planimetry to provide some of the luminal parameters in real time during dilation. We sought to compare procedure time, fluoroscopy time, and safety profile of esophageal dilation using either CRE balloon dilation combined with EndoFLIP (E + CRE) versus EsoFLIP alone. Methods: A single-center retrospective review was performed to identify patients ≤ 21 years of age who underwent an EGD with biopsy and esophageal stricture dilation using E + CRE or EsoFLIP between October 2017 and May 2022. Results: Twenty-nine EGDs with esophageal stricture dilation were performed in 23 patients (19 E + CRE and 10 EsoFLIP). The two groups did not differ in age, gender, race, chief complaint, type of esophageal stricture, or history of prior gastrointestinal procedures (all p > 0.05). The most common medical history in the E + CRE and EsoFLIP groups were eosinophilic esophagitis and epidermolysis bullosa, respectively. Median procedures times were shorter in the EsoFLIP cohort compared to E + CRE balloon dilation (40.5 min [IQR 23–57 min] for the EsoFLIP group; 64 min [IQR 51–77 min] for the E + CRE group; p < 0.01). Median fluoroscopy times were also shorter for patients who underwent EsoFLIP (0.16 min [IQR 0–0.30 min] for EsoFLIP dilation; 0.30 min [IQR 0.23–0.55] for the E + CRE group; p = 0.003). There were no complications or unplanned hospitalizations in either group. Conclusion: EsoFLIP dilation of esophageal strictures was faster and required less fluoroscopy than CRE balloon dilation combined with EndoFLIP in children, while being equally as safe. Prospective studies are needed to further compare the two modalities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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43. An Unusual Case of Significant Cervical Esophageal Stricture.
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Zhao, Shengqiang, Xu, Jiawen, and Pei, Qingshan
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44. Construction and external validation of a nomogram model for predicting the risk of esophageal stricture after endoscopic submucosal dissection: a multicenter case–control study.
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Mu, Zhao, Tang, Xiao, Wang, Jingting, Chen, Yulin, Cui, Kui, Rao, Xingyu, Li, Juan, and Yang, Guodong
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ESOPHAGEAL cancer , *RECEIVER operating characteristic curves , *LOGISTIC regression analysis , *CASE-control method , *NEUTROPHIL lymphocyte ratio , *MODEL validation - Abstract
Esophageal stricture is a common complication after endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for superficial esophageal cancer and precancerous lesions, we intend to investigate the independent risk factors of esophageal stricture after ESD by adding the data of included living habits, established a nomogram model to predict the risk of esophageal stricture, and verified it by external data. The clinical data and living habits of patients with early esophageal cancer and precancerous lesions who underwent ESD in the Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College and Langzhong People's Hospital from March 2017 to August 2021 were retrospectively collected. The data collected from the two hospitals were used as the development group (n = 256) and the validation group (n = 105), respectively. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used to determine independent risk factors for esophageal stricture after ESD and establish a nomogram model for the development group. The prediction performance of the nomogram model is internally and externally verified by calculating C-Index and plotting the receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC) and calibration curve, respectively. The results showed that Age, drinking water temperature, neutrophil–lymphocyte ratio, the extent of esophageal mucosal defect, longitudinal diameter of resected mucosa, and depth of tissue invasion (P < 0.05) were independent risk factors for esophageal stricture after ESD. The C-Index of the development group and validation group was 0.925 and 0.861, respectively. The ROC curve and area under the curve (AUC) of the two groups suggested that the discrimination and prediction performance of the model were good. The two groups of calibration curves are consistent and almost overlap with the ideal calibration curve, indicating that the predicted results of this model are in good agreement with the actual observed results. In conclusion, this nomogram model has a high accuracy for predicting the risk of esophageal stricture after ESD, providing a theoretical basis for reducing or avoiding esophageal stricture and guiding clinical practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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45. Vascular ring anomaly with a right patent ductus arteriosus and a left aortic arch in a juvenile cat.
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Aki Takeuchi, Kazumi Shimada, Lina Hamabe, Tomohiko Yoshida, Yusuke Ozai, Miki Hirose, Aimi Yokoi, Momoko Watanabe, Ikki Mitsui, and Ryou Tanaka
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PATENT ductus arteriosus ,THORACIC aorta ,DUCTUS arteriosus ,DIAGNOSTIC imaging ,COMPUTED tomography - Abstract
This paper reports the clinical findings and surgical treatment of feline right patent ductus arteriosus (RPDA) with a left aortic arch. A two-month-old female Maine Coon was referred for an investigation of regurgitation after weaning. RPDA with a left aortic arch was diagnosed based on the echocardiographic and computed tomography (CT) findings. A right-fourth intercostal thoracotomy was found to be an appropriate approach to the duct. Preoperative diagnosis is crucial and diagnostic imaging, including radiography, echocardiography, and cardiac CT examination, is essential for determining if the aortic arch is right or left. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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46. A Rare Endoscopic Finding – Swiss Cheese Esophagus
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Inês Simão, Rui Mendo, and Pedro C. Figueiredo
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esophageal pseudodiverticulosis ,esophageal stricture ,dysphagia ,Diseases of the digestive system. Gastroenterology ,RC799-869 - Published
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47. Eosinophilic Esophagitis on and off Proton Pump Inhibitor
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Vincent Zimmer and Kai Emrich
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esophageal stricture ,dysphagia ,diagnostic esophago-gastro-duodenoscopy ,proton pump inhibitor ,eosinophilic esophagitis ,Diseases of the digestive system. Gastroenterology ,RC799-869 - Published
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48. Surgical Treatment of Decompensated Cicatricial Stricture of the Esophagus, Grade III-IV Dysphagia, and Compression Syndrome Caused by Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter: A Case Report
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I. N. Danilov, A. A. Kovalev, A. V. Starzhevskaya, M. A. Salov, D. B. Nasedkin, E. G. Solonitsyn, A. S. Shulyakovskaya, and A. E. Neimark
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esophagus ,esophageal stricture ,gastroesophageal reflux disease ,esophageal resection ,thyroidectomy ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 ,Diseases of the circulatory (Cardiovascular) system ,RC666-701 ,Surgery ,RD1-811 ,Medical emergencies. Critical care. Intensive care. First aid ,RC86-88.9 - Abstract
Objective: Long-standing gastroesophageal reflux disease is the most common cause of a cicatricial stricture of the esophagus. The treatment of this pathology involves a wide range of methods including conservative and surgical options. Surgeons can encounter technical difficulties in case of concomitant neck and chest pathology.Clinical case: We report a case of a decompensated cicatricial stricture of the esophagus with concomitant paraesophageal hiatal hernia, refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease, and nontoxic multinodular goiter (166.9 cm3). Selecting the optimal management for such patients is often a challenge. Staged treatment significantly improves postoperative quality of life, but the increased length of hospital stay can negatively impact patient compliance.
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49. Effectiveness of sucralfate in preventing esophageal stricture in children after ingestion of caustic agents.
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Akhijahani, Roghayeh Faraji, Farahmand, Fatemeh, Rahmani, Parisa, Motamed, Farzaneh, Eftekhari, Kambiz, da Silva Magalhães, Elma Izze, and Sohouli, Mohammad Hassan
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Ingestion of caustic agents by children is a serious health issue that can affect the patient for the rest of his life. The role of sucralfate in preventing stricture caused by caustic agents is controversial, and limited studies have been conducted in this field. We aimed to investigate the effect of sucralfate on preventing esophageal stricture in children. Sixty children with mean age of 36.69 ± 20.50 months and grade II B esophageal burns due to ingestion of caustic agents were enrolled in the study. In the intervention group, in addition to the usual treatment, sucralfate was administered orally at a dose of 80 mg/kg every 2 h for 3 days. For the control group, only the usual treatment was prescribed. Stricture development was compared between groups based on endoscopic and radiologic findings. Of the 60 patients enrolled in the study, 53 were examined. The incidence of esophageal stricture in the intervention group was significantly lower than in the control group (37% versus 67%, P-value = 0.042). In addition, the odds of esophageal stricture after sucralfate intervention was significantly reduced after adjustment for potential confounders (OR = 0.198, P-value = 0.031). Conclusions: The results of this study showed that sucralfate may reduce the development of esophageal stricture in children when used to manage IIB esophageal burns due to ingestion of caustic agents. What is Known: • Ingestion of caustic agents by children is a serious health issue that can affect the patient for the rest of his life. • The role of sucralfate in preventing stricture caused by caustic agents is controversial and limited studies have been conducted in this field. What is New: • It seems that sucralfate significantly reduces the incidence of esophageal stricture following the ingestion of caustic agents in children compared to the control group. • We believe that the prognosis may be improved and the risk of stricture formation may be reduced with high doses of sucralfate therapy in grade IIB esophageal injury. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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50. Prevention and management of esophageal stricture after esophageal ESD: 10 years of experience in a single medical center.
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Hsu, Wen-Hung, Shih, Hsiang-Yao, Shen, Chun-Sheng, Yu, Fang-Jung, Wang, Hui-Ching, Chan, Leong-Perng, Kuo, Chao-Hung, Hsieh, Hui-Min, and Wu, I-Chen
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ESOPHAGEAL cancer ,MEDICAL centers ,MINIMALLY invasive procedures ,ESOPHAGEAL tumors - Abstract
Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure to deal with local early esophageal neoplasm, although post-ESD esophageal stricture is a major delayed complication of esophageal ESD greatly influencing the patient's quality of life. This retrospective study was conducted to analyze the esophageal stricture after esophageal ESD while determining further treatment and outcome of stricture management. From 2009 to 2021, we reviewed all patients who underwent ESD for esophageal squamous cell neoplasia in Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital. Totally, 133 patients with esophageal squamous cell neoplasm were enrolled. Among these 133 patients, 108 patients had lesions less than three-fourths in circumferential and 25 patients had lesions in excess of three-fourths circumferentially. Totally, 18 patients (13.5%) had symptomatic esophageal stricture and 17 patients (94.4%) had stricture existing over the upper or middle esophagus. The most important risk factor of esophageal stricture was the extent of resection of esophageal circumference, especially whole circumferential resection. Although oral steroid prevention medication was prescribed for high-risk patients with lesions more than three-fourth circumferential ESD, the stricture rate was still up to 40% (10/25). Endoscopic/luminal management with balloon dilation, radial incision and self-bougination achieved 83% (15/18) symptom remission. Three patients received surgical intervention with esophagectomy or jejunostomy. Esophageal stricture is frequently encountered in esophageal ESD. Aggressive preventative strategy is warranted for the high-risk group. Endoscopy/luminal management has high efficacy for post-ESD esophageal stricture. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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