[Eosinophilic esophagitis: 3 case reports]

Gastroenterol Clin Biol. 2005 Jan;29(1):73-5. doi: 10.1016/s0399-8320(05)80697-9.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Eosinophilic esophagitis is a rare entity, characterized by eosinophilic infiltration of the oesophagal mucosae, with no gastroesophageal reflux. Food allergies are often involved. We report 3 paediatric cases of eosinophilic esophagitis, revealed by dysphagia, with or without stricture. Eosinophilic esophagitis is a rare disease, but its frequency is probably underestimated. Symptoms are sometimes unusual. Oesogastroscopy with biopsy is essential for the diagnosis. Food allergies can be involved and must be systematically investigated.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Eosinophilia / diagnosis*
  • Esophagitis / diagnosis*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male