Eosinophilic oesophagitis
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Bancil, Aaron S
Hewett, Rhys
Hayat, Jamal O
Poullis, Andrew
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2016
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Eosinophilic oesophagitis is a chronic immune-mediated inflammatory disorder of the oesophagus, characterized by symptoms of dysphagia or food bolus obstruction. Diagnosis is supported by typical histological findings. This article covers pertinent aspects of the disease, pathogenic explanations and treatment options.
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British Journal of Hospital Medicine
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77
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7