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Esophageal perforation is a severe medical condition characterized by a breach in the integrity of the esophageal wall. This breach can occur due to various factors such as trauma, medical procedures, or underlying diseases. When the esophageal wall is compromised, it allows food, fluids, and digestive juices into the chest cavity or adjacent structures, leading to potential complications and health risks.
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Esophageal perforations manifest in various clinical forms, influenced by factors such as the perforation's cause and location (cervical, intrathoracic, or intra-abdominal), the extent of contamination, and potential injury to adjacent mediastinal structures. The timing between the perforation occurrence and treatment initiation also affects the clinical presentation.
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Individuals with Barrett's esophagus are often asymptomatic, but they may experience symptoms commonly associated with GERD, such as heartburn and acid regurgitation. Additional symptoms can include difficulty swallowing, chest pain, unintentional weight loss, blood in the stool (which may appear black, tarry, or bloody), and episodes of vomiting.
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Esophageal strictures involve abnormal narrowing or tightening of the esophagus. They vary in length and severity, ranging from mild constriction to complete obstruction, and are classified as benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
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Barrett's esophagus is a medical condition where the esophageal mucosa is significantly damaged by stomach acid or other digestive fluids, often due to long-term exposure associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In GERD, a weakened or abnormally relaxed lower esophageal sphincter allows stomach acid to flow persistently into the esophagus.
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  • Gastroenterology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Esophagitis dissecans superficialis (EDS) is a rare benign esophageal condition.
  • It involves inflammation and epithelial changes, often overlooked during endoscopy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a case of EDS in an elderly male with comorbidities.
  • To raise awareness of EDS and potential misinterpretation of endoscopic findings.

Main Methods:

  • Case presentation of an 87-year-old male.
  • Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.
  • Histopathological examination.

Main Results:

  • Endoscopy revealed whitish, slough-like membranes in the midesophagus.
  • Histopathology confirmed Esophagitis dissecans superficialis.
  • The patient had severe iron deficiency anemia and a hiatus hernia.

Conclusions:

  • EDS is a rare condition that can be missed during endoscopy.
  • Mucosal irritants like medications, smoking, and alcohol are associated with EDS.
  • Accurate diagnosis relies on histopathological confirmation.