Esophageal web

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Esophageal web
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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 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[edit]

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[edit]

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[edit]

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[edit]

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.

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