Online Medical Books for Esophagus diseases

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REGURGITATION, ESOPHAGEAL
(Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs)

... Is there dysphagia? The presence of difficulty swallowing should suggest carcinoma of the esophagus, esophageal strictures, esophageal diverticulum, achalasia, aortic aneurysm, and other mediastinal masses. Is there significant weight loss? ... DIAGNOSTIC WORKUP ... READ EXCERPTS »

Tracheoesophageal fistula and esophageal atresia
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))

... Tracheoesophageal fistula is a developmental anomaly characterized by an abnormal connection between the trachea and the esophagus. It usually accompanies esophageal atresia, in which the esophagus is closed off at some point. Although these malformations... Causes and incidence ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... Pictures ... READ EXCERPTS »

Esophageal diverticula
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))

... Esophageal diverticula are hollow outpouchings of one or more layers of the esophageal wall. They occur in three main areas: just above the upper esophageal sphincter (Zenker’s, or pulsion, diverticulum, the most common type); near the midpoint of the esophagus (traction); and... Causes and incidence ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... READ EXCERPTS »

Esophageal cancer
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))

... Esophageal cancer is a malignant tumor that occurs in the esophagus, the muscular tube that propels food from the mouth to the stomach. It's difficult to treat, but can be cured if the cancer is confined to the esophagus. For patients whose cancer has spread beyond the esophagus,... Causes and incidence ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... Pictures ... READ EXCERPTS »

Bleeding esophageal varices
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))

... Signs and Symptoms Bright red, bloody vomitus; cold, clammy skin; hypotension; tachycardia; respiratory distress; anxiety Treatment (Tx) Blood transfusions, I.V. fluid replacement, endotracheal ... READ EXCERPTS »

Corrosive esophagitis and stricture
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))

... Corrosive esophagitis is inflammation and damage to the esophagus after ingestion of a caustic chemical. Similar to a burn, this injury may be temporary or may lead to permanent stricture (narrowing or stenosis) of the esophagus that’s... Causes and incidence ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... READ EXCERPTS »

Esophageal diverticula
(Handbook of Diseases)

... An esophageal diverticulum is an epithelial-lined mucosal pouch that protrudes from the esophageal lumen. Esophageal diverticula are classified according to their location: just above the upper esophageal sphincter (Zenker’s, or pulsion, diverticulum is the most common... Causes ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... READ EXCERPTS »

Esophageal cancer
(Handbook of Diseases)

... Nearly always fatal, esophageal cancer usually develops in men over age 50. This disease occurs worldwide, but incidence varies geographically. It’s most common in Japan, China, the Middle East, and parts of South Africa. Causes The cause... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... READ EXCERPTS »

Esophagitis, corrosive (caustic)
(Handbook of Diseases)

... Inflammation and damage to the esophagus after ingestion of a caustic chemical is called corrosive or caustic esophagitis. Similar to a burn, this injury may be temporary or lead to permanent stricture (narrowing or stenosis) of the esophagus that requires corrective surgery. ... Causes ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... Pictures ... READ EXCERPTS »

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