Abstract
Three cases of esophageal intramural pseudodiverticulosis (EIP) are described and the literature reviewed. We conclude that EIP is an inflammatory disease of unknown etiology characterized by dilatation of the esophageal submucosal glandular elements. The classic radiographic picture which is that of collar-button-shaped outpouchings projecting in a perpendicular fashion from the luminal surface is mainly related to dilatation in the glandular ductal system. It is usually diagnosed in the sixth and seventh decades, but all ages may be affected. Dysphagia is a very common but not universal symptom of the disease process. Approximately one third of these patients have diabetes mellitus. Strictures of the esophagus are frequently seen, and varying degrees of esophagitis may be manifest endoscopically. Esophageal motility disturbances are common and may be severe.Candida infestation with and without tissue invasion has been seen in a number of patients and should be searched for in all cases of EIP.
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Fromkes, J., Thomas, F.B., Mekhjian, H. et al. Esophageal intramural pseudodiverticulosis. Digest Dis Sci 22, 690–700 (1977). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01078348
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