Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis as a cause of progressive dysphagia: a case report
2008
Dysphagia Caused by Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Constantoyannis Constantine, Papadas Theodore, Konstantinou Demetrios
Primary Institution: University Hospital of Patras, Patras, Greece
Conclusion
Surgical excision of cervical osteophytes in patients with diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis typically leads to significant improvement in swallowing function.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient experienced significant weight loss and difficulty swallowing for two years.
- Radiological evaluations confirmed the diagnosis of DISH and revealed esophageal compression.
- The patient showed marked improvement in swallowing function after surgery.
Takeaway
A 75-year-old man had trouble swallowing because of a bone growth in his neck, but after surgery to remove the growth, he could eat normally again.
Methodology
The patient underwent an anterior cervical approach for removal of the hyperostosis without fusion.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
75-year-old white male.
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