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[Eosinophilic esophagitis].

Hyojin Park1

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. HJPARK21@yuhs.ac

The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology = Taehan Sohwagi Hakhoe Chi
|December 27, 2007
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Eosinophilic esophagitis (EE) is an allergic inflammatory condition of the esophagus affecting adults and children. Diagnosis involves identifying over 20 eosinophils/HPF, with treatments including diet, steroids, and biologics.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Immunology
  • Allergy

Context:

  • Eosinophilic esophagitis (EE) is a chronic immune-mediated esophageal disease.
  • It affects both pediatric and adult populations, often linked to atopy.
  • Clinical symptoms include dysphagia and food impaction, mimicking GERD.

Purpose:

  • To define the key characteristics, diagnostic criteria, and management strategies for eosinophilic esophagitis.
  • To highlight the endoscopic and histological findings crucial for diagnosis.
  • To outline current and emerging therapeutic options for EE.

Summary:

  • EE involves eosinophilic infiltration of the esophageal wall.
  • Diagnosis is confirmed by a histological finding of >20 eosinophils/HPF.

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  • Management includes dietary changes, corticosteroids, and targeted therapies like anti-IL-5/IL-13 antibodies.

    • Impact:

    • Improved understanding of EE pathophysiology and clinical presentation.
    • Provides a comprehensive overview of diagnostic hallmarks.
    • Informs therapeutic decisions for managing this complex esophageal condition.