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Esophageal Lichen Planus Unusual Presentations: A Case Series
Muppa Indrakeela Girish1, Amol S Dahale1, Debabrata Banerjee1
1Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, DY Patil Medical College, Pune, India.
Summary
Esophageal Lichen Planus (ELP), a rare condition, can cause dysphagia in middle-aged women. This case series highlights ELP
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Esophageal Lichen Planus (ELP) is an uncommon manifestation of Lichen Planus (LP).
- Oral mucosal involvement is often associated with ELP.
- Dysphagia can be a presenting symptom.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a case series of patients with Esophageal Lichen Planus.
- To describe the endoscopic findings in ELP.
- To emphasize the importance of considering ELP in the differential diagnosis of dysphagia.
Main Methods:
- Case series of two patients.
- Clinical presentation with dysphagia and oral mucosal involvement.
- Esophageal endoscopy.
Main Results:
- One patient presented with proximal esophageal stricture.
- The other patient had a proximal esophageal ulcer.
- Both patients had oral mucosal involvement.
Conclusions:
- Esophageal Lichen Planus is a rare cause of dysphagia.
- Endoscopic findings can include strictures and ulcers.
- Lichen Planus should be considered in middle-aged women with dysphagia and oral lesions.
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