Narayana Hospital, Guwahati
ESOPHAGEAL & STOMACH DISORDERS

Esophageal Strictures

Comprehensive Care for Esophageal & Stomach Disorders

The esophagus (food pipe) and stomach are essential parts of the digestive system, helping transport, digest, and process food. Disorders affecting these organs can cause symptoms such as heartburn, acidity, upper abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, difficulty swallowing, or gastrointestinal bleeding. While many conditions are easily treatable, persistent symptoms should never be ignored, as they may indicate a more serious underlying disease. Dr. Dipankar Das provides comprehensive evaluation and evidence-based treatment for a wide range of esophageal and stomach disorders using advanced diagnostic endoscopy, modern imaging techniques, and personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.

What are Esophageal Strictures?

An esophageal stricture is a narrowing of the food pipe that makes swallowing difficult. Most benign strictures result from chronic acid reflux, previous surgery, radiation therapy, or accidental ingestion of corrosive substances.

Common Signs & Symptoms

Progressive difficulty swallowing
Food getting stuck
Regurgitation
Weight loss
Chest discomfort while eating

Common Causes & Risk Factors

Chronic GERD
Corrosive ingestion
Previous surgery
Radiation therapy
Previous inflammation or injury

How is it diagnosed?

1Upper GI Endoscopy
2Barium Swallow
3CT Scan (selected patients)

Treatment

Endoscopic dilatation
Acid-suppressing medication
Temporary stenting (selected cases)
Surgery (rarely required)

Why early diagnosis matters

Most benign strictures respond well to endoscopic treatment, restoring comfortable swallowing and preventing nutritional complications.

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