scholarly journals Progressive dysphagia secondary to multiple anterior cervical osteophytes: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 154
Author(s):  
Kasun Kuruwitaarachchi ◽  
Sumedha Chathuranga Bandara ◽  
Deepal Atthanayake
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Cervical Osteophytes ◽  
Progressive Dysphagia

scholarly journals Dysphagia due to anterior cervical osteophytosis: case report

2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 325-327
Author(s):  
Frederico Miguel Santos Silva Marquez Correia ◽  
João Paulo de Sousa Goucha Jorge ◽  
Ana Sofia Teixeira Neves ◽  
Gabriel Filipe Gonçalves Xavier ◽  
Marco Miguel Barroso de Oliveira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Complete Resolution ◽  
Multidisciplinary Approach ◽  
Surgical Excision ◽  
Pulmonary Aspiration ◽  
Cervical Pain ◽  
Imaging Studies ◽  
Geriatric Population ◽  
Cervical Osteophytes ◽  
Progressive Dysphagia

The objective of this study is to highlight the possibility of dysphagia induced by anterior cervical osteophytes. When not diagnosed early this condition may be responsible for complications such as severe dysphagia and potential lung aspiration, especially in elderly patients. Analysis of a case report of a 72-year old woman who presented cervical pain and progressive dysphagia. Imaging studies have shown anterior cervical osteophytosis and multilevel degenerative changes in the cervical spine. The patient underwent surgical excision of the cervical anterior osteophytes (C4, C5 and C6) and C5/C6 arthrodesis through anterior approach. The postoperative period was uneventful and symptoms resolved within 2 weeks. Early diagnosis and treatment led to complete resolution, avoiding late and serious complications associated with this pathology in the geriatric population, especially severe and progressive dysphagia and risk of pulmonary aspiration, and the consequent morbidity and mortality associated. A multidisciplinary approach is essential for the correct assessment of this condition

scholarly journals Transoral Laser Excision of Schwannoma in Base of Tongue: A Case Report with Review of Literature

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 68-71
Author(s):  
Gaurav Ashish ◽  
Rajan S Sundereshan ◽  
Ajay Philip
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Tongue Base ◽  
Surgical Approaches ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Base Of Tongue ◽  
S 100 ◽  
Laser Excision ◽  
Base Lesion ◽  
Slow Growing ◽  
Progressive Dysphagia

ABSTRACT Shwannoma, better known as neurilemmomas, are benign, slow growing, usually solitary and encapsulated tumor, originating from Schwann cells of the nerve sheath. They are exceedingly rare in the base of tongue and, therefore, not immediately thought of as a differential diagnosis of oropharyngeal tumors. However, the key to the diagnosis lies in the histopathologic examination. A number of surgical approaches have been proposed for tongue base Schwannomas with varying degree of postoperative morbidity. We report a case where a 19-year-old woman presented to us with progressive dysphagia, occasional dysarthria, and was found to have a large tongue base lesion. Diagnosis was confirmed by imaging studies and biopsy. Transoral laser assisted excision of the tumor was done. Histologic identification of Antoni A and B areas along with strong and diffuse staining with S-100 stain confirmed the diagnosis of Schwannoma. How to cite this article Ashish G, Sundereshan RS, Philip A. Transoral Laser Excision of Schwannoma in Base of Tongue: A Case Report with Review of Literature. Int J Otorhinolaryngol Clin 2015;7(2):68-71.

scholarly journals An unusual cause of dysphagia in elderly, dysphagia caused by cervical osteophytes: a case report and review of literature

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 520
Author(s):  
Uday Kiran Katari
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Cervical Spondylosis ◽  
Inflammatory Diseases ◽  
Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Neck Stiffness ◽  
Cervical Osteophytes ◽  
Common Causes ◽  
Spine Diseases

<p class="abstract">Dysphagia may occur in various pathological, inflammatory diseases of esophagus. It may also occur due to motility disorders of esophagus, benign and malignant diseases of mediastinum, cervical spine diseases. Dysphagia secondary to compression of esophagus by a cervical osteophyte is rare. The most common causes of osteophyte (bony outgrowth) in the cervical spine are diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH), ankylosing spondylitis (AS), and cervical spondylosis. Patients with cervical osteophytes are mostly asymptomatic. Hence, when considering cervical osteophytes as a cause of dysphagia other pathologic entities in the esophagus (e.g. tumors, webs, rings, strictures) should be excluded. We present a 68 year female patient who presented with complaints of dysphagia and neck stiffness since 3 months. She has been evaluated and found that dysphagia is due to large anterior cervical osteophytes compressing pharynx at C2/C3 and esophagus at C5/C6 and C6/C7 vertebral levels respectively. The objective of this case report is to emphasize the importance of anterior cervical osteophyte as a cause of dysphagia in elderly.</p>

scholarly journals Dysphagia caused by Anterior Cervical Osteophyte: A Rare Entity Revisited

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 168-171
Author(s):  
Prashanth Veerabhadraiah ◽  
Vishal Rao ◽  
Raghavendra Shankar ◽  
Naveen Shivappa ◽  
TM Nagaraj
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Cervical Spondylosis ◽  
Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis ◽  
Anterolateral Approach ◽  
Rare Entity ◽  
External Compression ◽  
Radiographic Findings ◽  
Cervical Osteophytes ◽  
Life Threatening

ABSTRACT Large anterior cervical osteophytes can occur in degeneration of the cervical spine, cervical spondylosis or in diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH). Voluminous anterior cervical osteophytes which can develop from C3 to C7 can cause narrowing of the pharyngoesophageal segment by external compression and may cause dysphagia, which may be life threatening when it is associated with aspiration and or dyspnea. The objective of this case report is to highlight how commonly occurring anterior cervical osteophytes may become an unrecognized cause for life-threatening dysphagia. The clinical and radiographic findings in patient with dysphagia and ventral osteophytes of the cervical spine due to degeneration are demonstrated. The anterolateral approach for removal of these osteophytes is described. How to cite this article Veerabhadraiah P, Rao V, Shankar R, Shivappa N, Kumar P, Nagaraj TM. Dysphagia caused by Anterior Cervical Osteophyte: A Rare Entity Revisited. Int J Head and Neck Surg 2012;3(3):168-171.

Laryngeal chondritis induced by C3–4 osteophyte following supracricoid laryngectomy with cricohyoidoepiglottopexy: report of two cases

2008 ◽  
Vol 122 (7) ◽  
pp. 745-749 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y Seino ◽  
M Nakayama ◽  
M Okamoto ◽  
S Yokobori ◽  
M Takeda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Laryngeal Cancer ◽  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Cricoid Cartilage ◽  
Posterior Wall ◽  
Necrotic Tissue ◽  
Supracricoid Laryngectomy ◽  
Osteophyte Formation ◽  
T Stage ◽  
Cervical Osteophytes

AbstractObjectives:We have performed supracricoid laryngectomy with cricohyoidoepiglottopexy or with cricohyoidopexy for tumour (T) stage T2 and T3 laryngeal cancer cases and some T4 cases. We report the clinical symptoms and management, using this technique to avoid complications.Case report:Among patients undergoing the procedure, two cases manifested laryngeal chondritis following laryngectomy with cricohyoidoepiglottopexy. This complication was caused by C3–4 cervical osteophytes physically contacting the cricoid cartilage. Laryngeal microlaryngoscopy was performed, which revealed white, necrotic tissue in the posterior wall of the pharynx and persistent oedema of the neoglottis.Conclusions:When encountering a patient with an excessive osteophyte formation at the level of C3–4, one needs to take extra precautions when undertaking laryngectomy with cricohyoidoepiglottopexy or with cricohyoidopexy.

Rapidly progressive dysphagia caused by Forestier’s disease: a case report

2005 ◽  
Vol 117 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 234-236 ◽  
Author(s):  
Klaus Galiano ◽  
Thaddaeus Gotwald ◽  
Hans Maier ◽  
Reinhold Schatzer ◽  
Alois Albert Obwegeser
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Forestier’S Disease ◽  
Forestier's Disease ◽  
Progressive Dysphagia

Esophagogastro-Roux-en-Y Jejunostomy: A Surgical Option in Recurrent Achalasia? Case Report and Review of the Literature

2007 ◽  
Vol 73 (9) ◽  
pp. 930-933
Author(s):  
Paul E. Roa ◽  
Mark E. Sesto
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Challenging Problem ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Recurrent Achalasia ◽  
Initial Procedure ◽  
History Of ◽  
Progressive Dysphagia ◽  
Surgical Option

Recurrent obstructive symptoms after cardiomyotomy for achalasia occur in approximately 10 per cent to 15 per cent of patients, but only some require reoperation. Reoperative procedures for achalasia vary, and in general, have less success in relieving symptoms than the initial procedure. We present the case of a 37-year-old male with a 15-year history of recurrent achalasia, with symptoms of heartburn and progressive dysphagia after meals. He underwent several esophageal dilatations, botox injections, and two transthoracic Heller myotomies before the transabdominal esophagogastro-Roux-en-Y jejunostomy was performed. This case represents another surgical option for management of the challenging problem of recurrent achalasia.

Anterior cervical osteophytes resulting in severe dysphagia and aspiration: two case reports and literature review

2009 ◽  
Vol 123 (10) ◽  
pp. 1169-1173 ◽  
Author(s):  
M P Kos ◽  
B J van Royen ◽  
E F David ◽  
H F Mahieu
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Treatment ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
World Literature ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Severe Dysphagia ◽  
Cervical Osteophytes ◽  
The World ◽  
Progressive Dysphagia

AbstractObjective:We report two cases in which dysphagia and aspiration, caused by anterior cervical osteophytes, were so severe that surgical resection was performed.Method:Case reports and a review of the world literature concerning dysphagia caused by anterior cervical osteophytes, in regard to pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment.Results:Two patients, aged 71 and 70 years, had long-standing, slowly progressive dysphagia and aspiration; one patient had recurrent episodes of aspiration pneumonia as a result. Both patients were diagnosed on videofluoroscopy with large bony anterior cervical osteophytes. Immediate relief of symptoms was obtained after resection of the osteophytes via an anterolateral, extrapharyngeal approach. Anterior cervical osteophytes are relatively common in the elderly, although not frequently diagnosed, and are mostly seen in cases of diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis. If therapy is indicated it is mainly conservative; resection is rarely needed.Conclusion:In patients with anterior cervical osteophytes, surgical treatment is indicated only for selected cases with large, bony osteophytes and severe symptoms.

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