EGD Masterclass: EoE, Strictures, and Pre-malignant Gastric Conditions (On-demand) | January 2023-Esophaeal Strictures and Management

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Video Summary

The video discusses the management of esophageal strictures and provides guidance on characterizing and treating different types of strictures. The speaker emphasizes the importance of considering the location, presence of inflammation, and the number of strictures when deciding on the appropriate treatment approach. They also highlight the distinction between simple and complex strictures and the need to tailor the dilation technique and medical therapy accordingly. The video discusses two main types of dilators: wire-guided polyvinyl dilators and balloon dilators, and their respective advantages and suitability for different types of strictures. The speaker also mentions the use of steroid injections for refractory strictures and shares their own approach to dilation, including the rule of three and the positioning of dilators. The video concludes by sharing a case study of a patient with severe esophagitis and solid food dysphagia, and highlights the importance of proper characterization and effective treatment in achieving symptom relief.

Keywords

esophageal strictures

management

characterizing strictures

dilation technique

medical therapy