Endoscopic Grading as a Predictor to Develop Strictures in Corrosive Esophagitis in Children.
Ioana Badiu TisaLia PepeleaAlexandru PirvanIulia LupanGabriel SamașcaMadalina Adriana BordeaPublished in: Journal of clinical medicine (2023)
There is a low incidence of corrosive esophagitis in children in our geographic area. Endoscopic grading is a predictor of late complications such as strictures. Grade 2B and 3A corrosive esophagitis are likely to develop strictures. It is crucial to avoid strictures and to prevent malnutrition.