Esophagitis Dissecans Superficialis: Malign Appearance of a Benign Pathology.
Title | Esophagitis Dissecans Superficialis: Malign Appearance of a Benign Pathology. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2020 |
Authors | Rokkam VR, Aggarwal A, Taleban S |
Journal | Cureus |
Volume | 12 |
Date Published | 06/2020 |
Abstract | Esophagitis dissecans superficialis (EDS), also known as sloughing esophagitis, is a very rare condition and may affect the whole esophagus, resulting in complete sloughing of the mucous membrane. EDS has been associated with various medications and dermatological conditions. In our case, EDS was suspected secondary to methotrexate treatment in a patient with Crohn's disease, although the definitive etiology remains unknown. It is very important for physicians to recognize the endoscopic appearance of EDS to provide appropriate clinical management and differentiate it from other esophageal disorders. |
DOI | 10.7759/cureus.8475 |
PubMed ID | 32642379 |
PubMed Central ID | PMC7336615 |
Grant List | T32 DK007247 / DK / NIDDK NIH HHS / United States T32 DK007247-26 / DK / NIDDK NIH HHS / United States RR-37 / RR / NCRR NIH HHS / United States |