Episode 48. Eosinophilic Oesophagitis with Dr Darcy Holt
Now recognised as one of the most common conditions underlying food impaction events, eosinophilic oesophagitis (EOE) has an estimated prevalence of 0.4% among both children and adults. EOE is a chronic inflammatory disorder characterised by oesophageal dysfunction and eosinophil predominant inflammation. Relatively recently described we may speculate as to whether this is a truly new disease or a more recently recognised one.
To discuss EOE in more detail we are joined by experienced gastroenterologist Dr Darcy Holt. In this conversation Darcy includes:
· Description of EOE (endoscopic and histologic findings)
· Common presentation
· Appropriate management strategies
Please join this very interesting discussion with Darcy on this relatively newly understood but very important oesophageal condition.
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Dr Luke Crantock MBBS, FRACP, is a gastroenterologist in practice for over 25 years. He is the founder of The Centre for GI Health, based in Melbourne Australia and is passionate about educating General Practitioners and patients on disease prevention and how to manage and improve their digestive health.