Abstract |
Peptic strictures of the oesophagus may occur rapidly in the elderly. Dilatation of benign oesophageal stricture using a fibre-optic endoscope provides effective and safe treatment. Forty-eight dilatations were performed on 19 patients without significant complications. Swallowing was improved in all patients. The use of cimetidine is described.
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Authors | J R Croker, A G Vallon, P B Cotton |
Journal | Age and ageing
(Age Ageing)
Vol. 9
Issue 1
Pg. 53-8
(Feb 1980)
ISSN: 0002-0729 [Print] England |
PMID | 7361637
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Aged
- Cimetidine
(therapeutic use)
- Dilatation
- Esophageal Diseases
(therapy)
- Female
- Fiber Optic Technology
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
(therapy)
- Guanidines
(therapeutic use)
- Humans
- Male
- Middle Aged
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