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JPGN Reports, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic immune‐mediated disease characterized by esophageal dysfunction and eosinophilic inflammation. Persistent dysphagia despite histologic remission should prompt evaluation for alternative etiologies. A 10‐year‐old male with asthma and eczema presented with progressive solid food dysphagia, daily non ...
Rasha Abi Radi Abou Jaoudeh +2 more
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The Mechanisms for the Association of Cancer and Esophageal Dysmotility Disorders
Medical Sciences, 2021 Background: Achalasia and other esophageal dysmotility disorders mimicking achalasia can be associated with cancer. This study aimed to review the main mechanisms for which cancer may develop in esophageal dysmotility disorder patients.
Francisco Tustumi +5 more
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JPGN Reports, EarlyView.Abstract The Italian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (SIGENP) recognized the need to define research priorities and identify knowledge gaps to guide future investigations in pediatric digestive health. Following international examples, SIGENP aimed to provide a structured framework that aligns scientific innovation with ...
Carlo Agostoni +46 more
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Gut and Liver, 2023 Background/Aims: Although an association between achalasia and esophageal cancer has been reported, whether achalasia confers a substantial increase in mortality is unknown.
Ga Hee Kim +18 more
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Unintentional Weight Loss Does Not Predict Poor Outcomes in Zenker Diverticulum
The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.In this study of 427 patients with Zenker's diverticulum, 23.6% had significant unintentional preoperative weight loss. Weight loss was associated with preoperative dysphagia and with both the smallest and largest pouches. Postoperative outcomes were similar in patients with and without weight loss, demonstrating a similar efficacy and safety profile ...
Ari D. Schuman +31 more
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Laparoscopic approach to esophageal perforation secondary to pneumatic dilation for achalasia
, 2008 Perforation of the esophagus after pneumatic dilation for achalasia is a severe complication which should be treated accurately in order to obtain a successful immediate outcome and a satisfactory result for the underlying condition.
Pérez Aguirre, María Elia +7 more
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High-resolution manometry in achalasia of esophagus
Revista Cubana de Medicina Militar, 2021 Introduction: High-resolution esophageal manometry is the ideal test for the diagnosis of achalasia and shows the presence of tertiary waves or aperistalsis and increased pressure, in the absence of relaxation, of the lower esophageal sphincter ...
Tatiana Amable Días +7 more
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DEN Open, Volume 7, Issue 1, April 2027.ABSTRACT Background and Aim During peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) for achalasia, endoscopic esophagogastric junction (EGJ) opening is generally considered a sign of successful myotomy. However, in clinical practice, the EGJ may appear to open immediately after submucosal tunneling, even before myotomy is performed.
Kei Ushikubo +13 more
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Autism and esophageal achalasia in childhood: a possible correlation. Report on two cases.
, 2011 Chronic gastrointestinal symptoms are commonly reported in autistic patients. Dysphagia is often present, and it is generally related to behavioral eating disorders.
ZANATTA L +13 more
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Esophageal Cancer Secondary to Achalasia: A Case Series Study
Case Reports in GastroenterologyIntroduction: Achalasia is a primary motility disorder affecting the esophageal body and lower esophageal sphincter. Although the linkage between achalasia and elevated esophageal cancer risk is already known, the precise mechanisms remain ...
Wenli Xu +4 more
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