Esophageal web

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Esophageal web
Synonyms	N/A
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Dysphagia, odynophagia, iron deficiency anemia
Complications	Esophageal cancer
Onset	Any age, more common in adults
Duration	Chronic
Types	N/A
Causes	Plummer-Vinson syndrome, congenital
Risks	Iron deficiency, autoimmune disorders
Diagnosis	Barium swallow, endoscopy
Differential diagnosis	Esophageal stricture, esophageal ring
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Endoscopic dilation, iron supplementation
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	Good with treatment
Frequency	Rare
Deaths	N/A

Esophageal web

Esophageal web is a thin, membrane-like tissue growth that occurs in the esophagus. It is a rare condition that can cause difficulty swallowing and other symptoms.

Causes

The exact cause of esophageal web is unknown. However, it is often associated with certain conditions such as iron deficiency anemia, Plummer-Vinson syndrome, and celiac disease.

Symptoms

The most common symptom of esophageal web is difficulty swallowing, also known as dysphagia. Other symptoms may include pain or discomfort in the chest, weight loss, and regurgitation of food.

Diagnosis

Esophageal web is typically diagnosed through a procedure called an endoscopy, where a thin tube with a camera is inserted down the throat to examine the esophagus. Other diagnostic tests may include a barium swallow or an esophagram.

Treatment

Treatment for esophageal web often involves a procedure to stretch or remove the web. This can be done through an endoscopy or a surgical procedure. In some cases, treatment for the underlying condition, such as iron supplementation for iron deficiency anemia, may also be necessary.

Esophageal web images

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  Zervikales Web
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  Web mit Jet-Phaenomen
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  Zervikales Web pa

See also

• Esophageal stricture
• Esophageal cancer
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

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