Dysphagia to Solids: Which Study Would You Choose?
Fear of dining outside the home brings this patient to see you. What's the best diagnostic tool?
A 35-year-old man presents with a 1-year history of intermittent dysphagia to solids. He is now worried about eating in restaurants for fear of food getting stuck in his esophagus. He occasionally takes an over-the-counter acid suppressant, which provides some symptom relief.
Which of the following procedures is most likely to establish a diagnosis?
Clinical Tips for Using Antibiotics and Corticosteroids in IBD
January 5th 2013The goals of therapy for patients with inflammatory bowel disorder include inducing and maintaining a steroid-free remission, preventing and treating the complications of the disease, minimizing treatment toxicity, achieving mucosal healing, and enhancing quality of life.
