Integrated approach to treatment of children and adults with eosinophilic esophagitis

Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am. 2008 Jan;18(1):195-217; xi. doi: 10.1016/j.giec.2007.09.003.

Abstract

Over the last decade, treatment plans for eosinophilic esophagitis included the use of elemental formula, elimination diets, systemic corticosteroids, and the gavage of aerosolized steroids. Except for one placebo-controlled blinded prospective study, most decision making has been based on retrospective or uncontrolled studies and clinical experience. In this article, three authors from diverse backgrounds combine their resources to propose treatment paths with justification based on their clinical experience and interpretation of the literature.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Adult
  • Age Factors
  • Allergens
  • Child
  • Eosinophilia / pathology*
  • Eosinophils / pathology*
  • Esophagitis / etiology
  • Esophagitis / physiopathology
  • Esophagitis / therapy*
  • Esophagus / pathology*
  • Female
  • Food Hypersensitivity
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux
  • Humans
  • Inflammation
  • Male
  • Nutrition Assessment
  • Nutritional Status
  • Risk Factors

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Allergens