Uvular necrosis following diagnostic gastroscopy
Jonathan Digby-Bell1, Sebastian Zeki1
1Gastroenterology, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, London, UK.
BMJ Case Reports
|December 23, 2017
Summary
Uvular necrosis, a rare gastroscopy complication, is presented in the fifth reported case. This young man experienced severe throat pain and dysphagia after a routine procedure, but conservative treatment led to recovery.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Gastroscopy is a common diagnostic procedure.
- Complications, though rare, can occur.
Observation:
- A young man developed uvular necrosis post-gastroscopy.
- Symptoms included severe sore throat and dysphagia.
Findings:
- This represents the fifth documented case of uvular necrosis after gastroscopy.
- Conservative management was effective in resolving symptoms.
Implications:
- Highlights a rare but significant complication of gastroscopy.
- Emphasizes the importance of recognizing and managing uvular necrosis conservatively.
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