ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program for Sanofi | June 2022-Case Discussion Adult Patient with Dysphagia

Case Discussion Adult Patient with Dysphagia

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The given document contains a series of case presentations and discussions on dysphagia and its possible causes, diagnosis, and treatment. In Case 1, a 56-year-old male patient presents with difficulty swallowing and weight loss. The possible causes of his dysphagia are discussed, including malignancy, peptic stricture, eosinophilic esophagitis, and more. The next recommended step in his care is determined to be an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) to further evaluate his condition. Adenocarcinoma is discovered during the procedure, and the treatment options for esophageal cancer are discussed based on the disease stage.<br /><br />In Case 2, a 34-year-old male patient is evaluated for dysphagia, which intermittently resolves. The possible causes of his dysphagia are discussed, and an EGD is performed, revealing normal findings. The next step in his care is determined based on the EGD results and biopsy, and options such as esophageal dilation, proton pump inhibitors, and dietary therapy are considered.<br /><br />Case 3 involves a 50-year-old female patient with progressive dysphagia. Further diagnostic steps are taken, including an EGD with biopsies, which are determined to be normal. The next recommended step in the patient's care is discussed, including high-resolution esophageal manometry.<br /><br />Throughout the document, the importance of proper evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and appropriate treatment selection based on individual patient factors and disease characteristics is emphasized.

Keywords

dysphagia

causes

diagnosis

treatment

case presentations

EGD

adenocarcinoma

esophageal cancer

esophageal dilation

patient care