Esophagitis Dissecans Superficialis: Unveiling the Enigmatic Entity of Esophageal Mucosal Sloughing

Esophagitis dissecans superficialis (EDS), formerly referred to as sloughing esophagitis, is a degenerative condition affecting the squamous epithelium. EDS is known to be a benign condition that resolves on its own. The exact etiology of EDS remains unclear, although associations with medications l...

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2023-08, Vol.15 (8)
Main Authors: Qasim, Abeer, Jyala, Abhilasha, Ghazanfar, Haider, Baqui, Aam, Patel, Harish
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abdomen
Antibodies
Ascites
Biopsy
Calcification
Celiac disease
Cysts
Dysphagia
Endoscopy
Esophagus
Gallbladder
Gallstones
Gastroenterology
Hematemesis
Hepatitis
Internal Medicine
Kinases
Lupus
Pain
Pancreatitis
Pathology
Patients
Proteins
Tomography
Ultrasonic imaging
Vomiting
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Summary:Esophagitis dissecans superficialis (EDS), formerly referred to as sloughing esophagitis, is a degenerative condition affecting the squamous epithelium. EDS is known to be a benign condition that resolves on its own. The exact etiology of EDS remains unclear, although associations with medications like bisphosphonates or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, skin conditions, heavy smoking, and physical trauma have been reported. The clinical manifestations exhibit a wide range, encompassing both incidental findings and symptomatic presentations related to the esophagus. Here we present an interesting case of a middle-aged female patient with dysphagia who underwent early esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) for timely identification and treatment of EDS, emphasizing the significance of early detection and management.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.43549