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Dysphagia. Diagnostic pitfalls and how to avoid them.

J B Marshall1

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology, University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine 65212.

Postgraduate Medicine
|March 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Differentiating oropharyngeal and esophageal dysphagia relies on patient history and specific diagnostic tests. Videofluoroscopy aids oropharyngeal evaluation, while barium swallow with esophagography is key for esophageal issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, presents in two main forms: oropharyngeal and esophageal.
  • These types involve distinct swallowing phases, etiologies, and diagnostic approaches.
  • Accurate differentiation is crucial for effective patient management and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the distinct diagnostic pathways for oropharyngeal and esophageal dysphagia.
  • To emphasize the role of patient history in initial dysphagia evaluation.
  • To highlight specific imaging techniques for each type of dysphagia.

Main Methods:

  • Patient history is the cornerstone for distinguishing dysphagia types.
  • Oropharyngeal dysphagia evaluation includes physical/neurologic exams and videofluoroscopic swallowing studies.
  • Esophageal dysphagia assessment involves patient history and barium swallow with esophagography.

Main Results:

  • Patient history effectively differentiates the two primary dysphagia categories.
  • Videofluoroscopy visualizes pharyngeal phase dynamics for oropharyngeal dysphagia.
  • Barium swallows with bolus challenges and sufficient esophageal distension are vital for detecting esophageal lesions like Schatzki's ring or peptic strictures.

Conclusions:

  • A thorough patient history is paramount in the initial assessment of dysphagia.
  • Specific diagnostic tools, videofluoroscopy and barium swallows, are indicated based on suspected dysphagia type.
  • Careful technique during esophagography ensures detection of subtle esophageal pathologies.

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