A Pharmacologic Aid in the Radiographic Diagnosis of Obstructive Esophageal Lesions

Autor: Gary G. Ghahremani, Larry L. Heck, James R. Williams
Rok vydání: 1972
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Zdroj: Radiology. 103:289-293
ISSN: 1527-1315
0033-8419
DOI: 10.1148/103.2.289
Popis: Three of 14 cases of progressive dysphagia with narrowing or obstruction of the esophagus are presented to demonstrate the value of Pro-Banthine as an aid in esophageal examination. Associated spasm may interfere with radiologic diagnosis of the disease or the extent of involvement. Due to its anticholinergic and spasmolytic effects, Pro-Banthine administered during examination will localize the stricture, allow better visualization of the mucosal pattern, and permit demonstration of the otherwise unseen distal portion of the esophagus. As a palliative measure, Pro-Banthine may allow the patient to resume liquid diet or at least decrease discomfort by its anti-secretory effect on the salivary glands.
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