A Rare Case of Bleeding Epiphrenic Esophageal Diverticulum From Arteriovenous Malformations

J Investig Med High Impact Case Rep. 2020 Jan-Dec:8:2324709620901942. doi: 10.1177/2324709620901942.

Abstract

Epiphrenic esophageal diverticula (EED) is a rare condition that usually presents with dysphagia in patients with a known motility disorder. In this article, we present a unique case of EED presenting with hemoptysis with clinical workup negative for any pulmonary pathology. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy revealed arteriovenous malformations within the EED successfully managed with argon plasma coagulation (APC), leading to a resolution of the patient's symptoms.

Keywords: argon plasma coagulation; endoscopy; epiphrenic diverticulum; esophageal disease; esophageal diverticulum; gastrointestinal.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Argon Plasma Coagulation
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / complications
  • Arteriovenous Malformations / diagnosis*
  • Deglutition Disorders / etiology
  • Diverticulum, Esophageal / etiology*
  • Diverticulum, Esophageal / physiopathology
  • Diverticulum, Esophageal / surgery*
  • Endoscopy, Digestive System
  • Hemoptysis / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Treatment Outcome