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    • Gastroenterology
    • Esophageal pathology
    • Medical imaging

    Background:

    • Esophageal webs and rings are typically localized, thin mucosal folds.
    • Congenital or acquired factors usually explain their etiology.
    • Previous descriptions detail limited, specific locations of esophageal narrowing.

    Observation:

    • A unique case of a patient presenting with diffuse, web-like constrictions throughout the entire esophagus.
    • The observed morphology significantly deviates from established patterns of esophageal webs and rings.
    • Radiological and endoscopic examinations revealed extensive, multi-circumferential narrowing.

    Findings:

    • The patient exhibited numerous, interconnected web-like structures spanning the full length of the esophagus.
    • No identifiable etiologic factors, such as inflammation, malignancy, or congenital anomalies, were associated with the condition.
    • Histopathological examination, where available, did not reveal specific underlying causes for the diffuse webbing.

    Implications:

    • This case expands the spectrum of esophageal web morphology.
    • Further research is needed to understand the pathogenesis of such diffuse esophageal constrictions.
    • Highlights the importance of considering rare presentations in the differential diagnosis of esophageal narrowing.