[Diagnosis and Treatment of Eosinophilic Esophagitis].
Korean J Gastroenterol
; 79(3): 99-108, 2022 Mar 25.
Article
in Ko
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-35342167
ABSTRACT
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic, immune/antigen-mediated esophageal disease characterized by symptoms of esophageal dysfunction and eosinophil-predominant inflammation. The diagnostic criteria for EoE have changed with our growing knowledge over the past two decades. Esophageal eosinophilia, which responds histologically to a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) is not a distinct disease but a subset of EoE. An endoscopic scoring system that relies on the assessment of exudates, rings, edema, furrows, and strictures is a useful tool for assessing endoscopic severity. PPIs are regarded as safe and effective first-line treatments for EoE. Oral topical corticosteroids or dietary therapy are also options for first-line treatment. Endoscopic dilation is effective for relieving the dysphagia symptoms of a patient with an esophageal stricture.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
Limits:
Humans
Language:
Ko
Journal:
Korean J Gastroenterol
Journal subject:
GASTROENTEROLOGIA
Year:
2022
Document type:
Article