Publications by authors named "Philip Hedwig"
World J Gastroenterol
June 2011
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to explore the connection between Schatzki rings, a type of esophageal condition, and other esophageal disorders to better understand their cause.
- Over a 20-year period, researchers tracked 167 patients with symptomatic Schatzki rings, finding that most experienced difficulties swallowing solid food for years prior, often without any prior diagnosis of the ring itself.
- The findings revealed that Schatzki rings often occur alongside various esophageal issues, suggesting a complex, multifactorial cause, and emphasizing that these rings can be easily missed despite clear symptoms.
