This is the most common cause of infectious oesophagitis. There is dysmotility and atonia initially, then plaque-like filling defects reflec...
This is the most common cause of infectious oesophagitis. There is dysmotility and atonia initially, then plaque-like filling defects reflecting ulceration and thickened mucosal folds. It is particularly seen in the immunosuppressed and also in patients with scleroderma and achalasia. It is frequently associated with oral candidiasis (thrush).
BARIUM SWALLOW
• Upper half of the oesophagus typically (though whole oesophagus can be affected).
• Linear, longitudinally orientated filling defects (plaques of necrotic debris and fungal colonies).
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