GI Now for Group Practice-Esophageal Introitus

Video Transcription

Video Summary

The video transcript discusses various aspects of the esophageal intrudus and its associated anatomy, endoscopic findings, pathologies, and management. The esophageal intrudus is the area consisting of the lower part of the hypopharynx, posterior to the larynx, the opening posterior to the cricoid prominence, and the cervical esophagus. It is comprised of the upper esophageal sphincter muscles, including the inferior pharyngeal constrictor, cricopharyngeus, and cervical esophageal muscle.<br /><br />The video describes the endoscopic examination of the esophageal intrudus, starting from the oropharynx, and discusses the various landmarks that should be visualized, including the epiglottis, airy epiglottic fold, cuneiform tubercle, coniculate tubercle, inter-arytenoid notch, laryngeal inlet, vocal cords, and piriform fossa.<br /><br />The transcript also covers various pathologies that can be found within the esophageal intrudus and hypopharynx, such as glycogenic acanthosis, gastric mucosal heterotopia (inlet patch), esophageal rings, webs, diverticula, mucositis, infections, and tumors. Management options for these conditions are discussed, ranging from conservative treatment to endoscopic interventions like dilatation, ablation, and stenting.<br /><br />The video emphasizes the importance of thorough examination of the esophageal intrudus and hypopharynx in order to accurately diagnose and manage various pathologies in this region. It highlights the use of digital chromoendoscopy and other endoscopic techniques to enhance visualization and guide treatment decisions.<br /><br />No specific credits were provided in the transcript.

Keywords

esophageal intrudus

endoscopic findings

pathologies

management

hypopharynx

landmarks

vocal cords

diverticula

mucositis

tumors