ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program for Regeneron and Sanofi | August 2024-Case Discussion

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Video Summary

The video transcript describes a medical case study and discussion focusing on a 12-year-old male with poor growth and potential eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE). The case history includes asthma, seasonal allergies, chronic nausea, and a history of vomiting that has improved. The discussion involves recommending endoscopy and analyzing symptomatology differences between pediatric and adult EOE presentations. Key points include the importance of early diagnosis and treatment to prevent the progression of EOE to fibrotic diseases and emphasizing that children and adults may have varying symptoms and disease progression. Treatment options such as PPI, topical steroids, and endoscopic dilation were discussed, highlighting the necessity for patient-specific approaches and follow-up. Additionally, the utility and methodology of endoscopic tools like FLIP for assessing esophagus diameter and motility were outlined. Special attention to shared decision-making, particularly involving parents for pediatric patients, was discussed, alongside the need to balance symptom management and ensuring comprehensive patient care. The discussion also touched on potential overlaps with other conditions and multidisciplinary approaches involving ENT and pulmonary function tests.

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Lead Faculty: Diana Snyder, MD
Other Faculty: Neha Mathur, MD

Keywords

eosinophilic esophagitis

pediatric EOE

endoscopy

symptomatology

treatment options

FLIP tool

shared decision-making

multidisciplinary approach