LB12.0
Congenital oesophageal web or ring
Membrana ou anel esofágico congênito
CategoryDefinition
A rare form of incomplete oesophageal obstruction due to a developmental defect of the primitive foregut that presents as a mucosal lesion forming an incomplete diaphragm. Symptoms (apparent from birth) include dysphagia, regurgitation, and choking.
Exclusions
- Oesophageal web
Index Terms
Congenital oesophageal web or ringCongenital web of oesophaguscongenital webbed oesophagusCongenital ring of oesophagusCongenital Schatzki ring