Esophagitis dissecans superficialis (esophageal cast) complicating esophageal sclerotherapy.

Pérez-Carreras, M; Castellano, G; Colina, F; Rodríguez-Muñoz, S; Solís-Herruzo, J A · Am J Gastroenterol · 1998

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Esophagitis dissecans superficialis is a rare and benign condition that involves the formation of an esophageal cast. This disorder has been described in association with a variety of etiologic factors. We report a case of an esophageal cast in a patient included in a program of sclerotherapy of varices. We discuss the possible relationship existing between sclerotherapy and the development of esophagitis dissecans superficialis.

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