Esophagitis causing upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) is associated with significant morbidity. We present a case report of two patients with hemorrhagic shock secondary to esophagitis. Both patients underwent esophagogastroduodenoscopy demonstrating severe bleeding pan-esophagitis complicated by hemodynamic instability. Balloon tamponade for hemostasis was performed with resultant hemodynamic improvement. Severe UGIB secondary to esophagitis is difficult to control, with a high risk of complications and limited available endoscopic therapies in extensive mucosal injury. Treatments such as angiography are ineffective due to collateralization and surgery carries high morbidity and mortality. Balloon tamponade provides a rescue option for severe, refractory UGIB secondary to esophagitis.
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