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[Eosinophilic Esophagitis - Update - Pathogenesis, Diagnosis and Therapy]
Ulrike von Arnim1, S Miehlke2, A Madisch3
1Klinik für Gastroenterologie, Hepatologie und Infektiologie, Universitätsklinikum Magdeburg AöR, Magdeburg.
Laryngo- Rhino- Otologie
|February 14, 2017
Summary
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic immune condition causing esophageal inflammation. While effective treatments like steroids and diet changes exist, no worldwide therapy is currently approved.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Immunology
- Pathology
Background:
- Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic immune-mediated esophageal inflammatory disease.
- It has seen increased recognition in the past decade, particularly in adults where dysphagia is a primary symptom.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the current understanding of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE).
- To highlight diagnostic criteria and therapeutic options for EoE.
Main Methods:
- Diagnosis involves upper gastrointestinal endoscopy with esophageal biopsies.
- Histological confirmation relies on identifying eosinophilic infiltration of the esophageal mucosa.
Main Results:
- Dysphagia is the predominant symptom in adult patients with EoE.
- Topical and systemic steroids are highly effective treatments.
- Elimination diets and endoscopic balloon dilation are other therapeutic possibilities.
Conclusions:
- EoE is a significant clinicopathological condition requiring further research into approved therapies.
- Current management includes steroids, dietary changes, and endoscopic procedures for selected patients.
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