Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis and Colitis After Intragastric Balloon Placement
Jianyi Yin1, Eric Wu1, Jenny Jan2
1Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX.
ACG Case Reports Journal
|January 5, 2023
Summary
A rare eosinophilic gastrointestinal disease developed in a patient after an intragastric balloon (IGB) procedure. Symptoms resolved quickly after IGB removal, suggesting a potential link between IGBs and these conditions.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Immunology
Background:
- Eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases (EGIDs) are rare conditions involving eosinophil infiltration in the GI tract.
- Allergen hypersensitivity is a suspected factor in EGID development.
Observation:
- A 61-year-old man presented with eosinophilic gastroenteritis and colitis, alongside severe peripheral eosinophilia.
- These symptoms emerged following the placement of an intragastric balloon (IGB) for weight loss.
Findings:
- The patient's condition and eosinophilia significantly improved upon removal of the intragastric balloon.
- No further treatment, such as immunomodulatory therapies or dietary changes, was required.
Implications:
- This case highlights a potential association between intragastric balloons and the development of eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases.
- Increased clinical awareness and further research into this association are warranted.
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