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Esophageal stricture - benign

Digestive system organs
Digestive system organs
Schatzki ring - X-ray
Schatzki ring - X-ray
Definition

Benign esophageal stricture is a narrowing of the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach) that causes swallowing difficulties.


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Esophageal stricture can be caused by:

  • Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)
  • Long-term use of a nasogastric (NG) tube (tube thru the nose into the stomach)
  • Swallowing corrosive substances
  • Infection by bacteria or a virus
  • Treatment of esophageal varices
  • Injuries caused by an endoscope


Review Date: 07/28/2006
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-TorresdaleHospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).
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