A solution containing a dye (barium), which is visible on X-rays,
has been swallowed (upper GI series) and X-rays have been taken of
the esophagus. There is a narrowing near the stomach (indicated by
the arrow). This non-cancerous ring of tissue (Shatzki's ring) may
cause swallowing problems (dysphagia) and can be treated with
dilation of the stricture.
Review Date: 12/13/2010
Reviewed By: George F. Longstreth, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Kaiser
Permanente Medical Care Program, San Diego, California. Also
reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
