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Primary eosinophilic esophagitis.

V Munitiz1, L F Martinez de Haro, A Ortiz

  • 1Department of Surgery, Virgen de la Arrixaca University Hospital Murcia, Spain.

Diseases of the Esophagus : Official Journal of the International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus
|June 26, 2003
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Eosinophilic esophagitis, a rare condition, was diagnosed in a teen with lifelong swallowing difficulties. Treatment with corticosteroids and allergen elimination resolved symptoms.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Allergy Immunology
  • Pediatric Pathology

Background:

  • Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is an uncommon allergic inflammatory condition of the esophagus.
  • It often presents in children with a history of allergies and asthma.
  • EoE diagnosis can be challenging due to overlapping symptoms with other esophageal pathologies.

Observation:

  • A 16-year-old boy presented with chronic upper dysphagia for solids.
  • Diagnostic workup revealed serum eosinophilia, esophageal narrowing on barium transit, and friable mucosa with fibrosis on endoscopy.
  • Histological examination confirmed full-thickness eosinophil infiltration of the esophagus.

Findings:

  • Despite normal pH monitoring and manometry, findings were consistent with eosinophilic esophagitis.

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  • The case highlights the importance of considering EoE in pediatric dysphagia, even with atypical presentations.
  • Differential diagnosis included primary EoE versus secondary EoE from gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD).

    • Implications:

    • Successful treatment involved oral corticosteroids and dietary allergen elimination.
    • This case underscores the effectiveness of a combined medical and dietary approach for managing EoE.
    • Prompt diagnosis and tailored treatment can significantly improve patient outcomes and quality of life.