ASGE Esophagology General GI Practice Virtual Program (LIVE Virtual) | April 2021-Panel Discussion Q&A Esosinophilic Esophagitis

Panel Discussion Q&A Esosinophilic Esophagitis

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Video Summary

The video discussion focuses on questions from the audience regarding tapering off medication and endoscopy frequency in treating Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE). The panel agrees on the importance of regular endoscopies to assess treatment effectiveness. They also discuss the use of PPIs (proton pump inhibitors) as first-line therapy and the potential addition of steroids or dietary changes. Strictures in EOE patients alter treatment recommendations, with individualization based on factors like age, severity, and comorbidities. The panel mentions ongoing work in developing guidelines for endoscopic treatment in EOE. A 10-minute break is announced before the next section of the video.

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Amitabh Chak, Shivangi Kothari, David Katzka, Philip KatzSchnoll-Sussman, Sravanthi Parasa, Vani Konda

Keywords

tapering off medication

endoscopy frequency

Eosinophilic Esophagitis

PPIs

strictures