ASGE International Sampler (On-Demand)-ENDOSCOPIC RESECTION OF AN ESOPHAGEAL POLYP CAUSING UNSPEAKABLE PROBLEMS

ENDOSCOPIC RESECTION OF AN ESOPHAGEAL POLYP CAUSING UNSPEAKABLE PROBLEMS

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Fibrovascular polyps in the esophagus can cause symptoms like dysphagia and regurgitation. Treatment involves endoscopic or surgical removal based on polyp size and location. A case study details a 55-year-old male with recurrent polyps. Endoscopic resection involved injecting epinephrine, incising, and using a snare for removal. Despite initial challenges, successful removal was achieved. The patient remains asymptomatic after seven years. The case highlights the importance of individualized management based on polyp characteristics. Multiple endoscopic tools may be utilized, as demonstrated by the novel technique employed in this case.

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John Dewitt

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Concept Fibrovascular Esophageal Polyp

Concept Dysphagia

Concept Endoscopic Management

Concept Odynophagia

Concept Dyspnea

Keywords

Fibrovascular polyps

Dysphagia

Endoscopic resection

Case study

Individualized management

Fibrovascular Esophageal Polyp

Dysphagia

Endoscopic Management

Odynophagia

Dyspnea