Video Tip: Endoscopic Reference Score (EREFS) for Eosinophilic Esophagitis

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Video Summary

The video discusses eosinophilic esophagitis and the use of the EREF score to assess disease severity during upper endoscopies. The EREF score includes components like edema, rings, exudate, furrows, and strictures, which can be challenging to identify, particularly on forward-viewing exams. The importance of retroflex views in detecting strictures below 13mm diameter is highlighted, as they may not be visible during forward-viewing. By using retroflex views and understanding scope diameters, clinicians can accurately assess and treat strictures to prevent complications like food impactions in EOE patients.

Keywords

eosinophilic esophagitis

EREF score

upper endoscopies

edema

strictures