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[Stenosing reflux esophagitis]
Vestnik Khirurgii Imeni I. I. Grekova
|August 1, 1980
Summary
Stenosing reflux esophagitis, diagnosed via esophagofibroscopy and biopsy, was treated with conservative measures, esophageal bougieurage, and surgery. Nissen's fundoplicacy showed good results in 7 patients.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Gastroenterology
Background:
- Reflux esophagitis is a common condition.
- The stenosing form of reflux esophagitis presents unique diagnostic and treatment challenges.
Observation:
- Esophagofibroscopy with esophageal mucosal biopsy is crucial for diagnosing stenosing reflux esophagitis.
- Conservative management and esophageal bougieurage were initial treatment steps.
- Surgical intervention was considered for refractory cases.
Findings:
- Out of 242 patients with reflux esophagitis, 30 had the stenosing form.
- Nissen's fundoplicacy, an anti-reflux surgery, yielded good results in 7 out of 8 surgically treated patients.
- One patient underwent esophageal plasty.
Implications:
- Early and accurate diagnosis of stenosing reflux esophagitis is vital.
- Surgical options like Nissen's fundoplicacy offer effective treatment for severe cases.
- Further research into long-term outcomes of surgical interventions is warranted.