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[Cervical emphysema caused by Forestier's disease].

J J Leache Pueyo1, M A Campos del Alamo, P Gil Paraíso

  • 1Servicio de O.R.L. Hospital Miguel Servet, Zaragoza.

Anales Otorrinolaringologicos Ibero-Americanos
|December 16, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH), or Forestier's malady, is an uncommon cause of dysphagia, primarily in older men. Diagnosis involves radiography, with medical treatment as the first approach.

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Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH), also known as Forestier's malady, is characterized by extensive calcification and ossification of ligaments and entheses.
  • It commonly affects the spine, with a diagnostic criterion of at least four contiguous vertebral segments exhibiting flowing ossification anteriorly.
  • While often asymptomatic, DISH can present with dysphagia, particularly in older male populations, making it a rare but significant differential diagnosis.

Observation:

  • Dysphagia is an infrequent presenting symptom of DISH, often overlooked until other common causes are excluded.
  • This case highlights dysphagia as the primary manifestation of Forestier's malady.
  • The condition's predilection for older men is noted, emphasizing a specific demographic at higher risk for this presentation.

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Findings:

  • Diagnosis of DISH is typically confirmed through standard or contrast radiography, visualizing the characteristic vertebral ossification.
  • The paravertebral ossification involving at least four contiguous vertebrae is a key diagnostic feature.
  • Dysphagia, in this context, is attributed to the anterior cervical osteophytes impinging on the pharynx or esophagus.

Implications:

  • Recognizing DISH as a potential cause of dysphagia is crucial for timely diagnosis and appropriate management.
  • Medical management is the initial treatment of choice for DISH-related dysphagia.
  • Surgical intervention is reserved for severe or refractory cases, offering a solution for debilitating symptoms.