Managing Eosinophilic Esophagitis – Kevin Ghassemi, MD - UCLA Digestive Diseases

Explore the comprehensive management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in this informative conference talk from the 6th Annual UCLA-Mellinkoff Gastroenterology and Hepatology Symposium. Delve into the role of diet, medications, and endoscopy in treating this clinicopathologic condition. Gain insights on endoscopic features, histologic findings, and proper biopsy techniques. Examine the necessity of pH testing and various steroid options, including maintenance dosing. Learn about dietary approaches, such as the six-food elimination diet (SFED) and less restrictive alternatives. Discover balloon dilation techniques, optimal dilator types, and strategies for managing food impactions. Understand the endoscopic approach and how to handle potential perforations. Enhance your knowledge of this complex digestive disorder and its multifaceted treatment options.

Syllabus

Intro
A clinicopathologic diagnosis
Endoscopic features
Histologic findings
Taking biopsies
Should patients get pH testing?
Steroid options
Steroid issues
Maintenance dosing
Six-food elimination diet (SFED)
Less restrictive elimination diets
Balloon dilation technique
Better dilator type?
Initial approach to food impactions
Endoscopic approach
Management of perforations