Editorial

Esophageal Crohn Disease

Authors: Halina Cichoz-Lach, MD

Abstract

In this issue of the SMJ, Feagans et al1 provide a review of the literature on Crohn disease. Crohn disease manifests in a number of clinical and pathological symptoms which all result from focal and asymmetrical inflammation of the digestive tract. The incidence of this disease has doubled over the last 20 years, and is equally high in women and men. These days, Crohn disease of the esophagus is being detected more frequently due to findings from upper endoscopy. Clinicopathologic correlation is required to establish the correct diagnosis.2

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