Esophageal stricture and web

Esophageal stricture is narrowing of esophageal lumen resulting in dysphagia. 

Causes of esophageal stricture are: 

1.    Ingestion of acid or alkali

2.    Post surgery

3.    Gastroesophageal reflux disease

4.    Drug induced

5.    Tuberculosis

6.    Esophageal cancer

7.    Dysphagia and weight loss 

Symptoms 

Dysphagia for solids is the predominant symptom 

Diagnosis 

Diagnosis is established by endoscopy and biopsy 

Treatment 

Treatment is endoscopic dilatation, surgery and medical therapy depending upon the underlying cause. 

Esophageal webs 

Esophageal webs are membranes in the esophageal lumen, and are mostly seen in upper esophagus. 

Symptoms 

Webs may be asymptomatic or may lead to dysphagia 

Treatment