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Esophageal dilation is a procedure used to help dilate and stretch narrowings of the esophagus
and provide relief from dysphagia, peptic stricture, eosinophilic esophagitis, and achalasia.
Esophageal stricture is an abnormal tightening or narrowing of the tube that carries food and
liquids from the mouth to the stomach. This condition can occur when scar tissue forms in the
esophagus due to GERD, radiation therapy, and treatment for esophageal varices.
During the procedure, the specialist introduces an endoscope through the mouth to locate the narrowed area on the esophagus. Once found the stricture, a special balloon or dilator is inflated to stretch and expand the affected area.
During the procedure, the specialist introduces an endoscope through the mouth to locate the narrowed area on the esophagus. Once found the stricture, a special balloon or dilator is inflated to stretch and expand the affected area.
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Benefits
Treats dysphagia
Can resume eating
Minimal downtime
Improves swallowing
Can resume eating
Minimal downtime
Improves swallowing
Esophageal dilation
Procedure:
15 min.
Hospital stay: 2 hrs.
Cleared to fly: 3 - 10 days
Hospital stay: 2 hrs.
Cleared to fly: 3 - 10 days
After surgery
Out of town patients do not require follow-ups with the endoscopist after the procedure. Patients are clear for
flying after 3 - 10 days from the esophageal dilation.
Note: Consult with your specialist for follow-up or additional care after the procedure upon your return.
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Esophageal dilation frequent questions
Get answers to our most frequently asked questions and what to expect after the procedure.
Am I a candidate for esophageal dilation?
Esophageal dilation is recommended to patients who suffer from esophageal stricture, and have trouble swallowing food. We recommend you refer to one of our certified specialists for an evaluation to determine if you are a candidate for this procedure.
How do I prepare for esophageal dilation?
You will be asked to avoid eating or drinking for at least six hours before the procedure. If you’re taking medications inform your endoscopist.
What can I expect after the procedure?
After the procedure, you might have a sore throat and pain behind your breast bone. You can drink and eat after the numbness in your throat goes away, usually on the same day.
Will I need to repeat the procedure?
Depending on the cause and severity of the narrowing it may be necessary to repeat the procedure.
Disclaimer: This information does not reflect the medical advice from our clinics. All cases are different and this treatment may not suit you. Always refer to a medical professional with the certification and experience. All of our physicians are fully qualified to perform these procedures. For more information and diagnosis contact one of our top specialized clinics.
In all medical procedures, there are chances of complications, the specialist will provide you detailed information about the risks of the procedure, talk to the specialist directly.
In all medical procedures, there are chances of complications, the specialist will provide you detailed information about the risks of the procedure, talk to the specialist directly.
