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World J Gastrointest Pharmacol Ther. May 6, 2017; 8(2): 90-98
Published online May 6, 2017. doi: 10.4292/wjgpt.v8.i2.90
Published online May 6, 2017. doi: 10.4292/wjgpt.v8.i2.90
Figure 1 Endoscopic pictures of Zargar classification 0 to IIIB.
A: Zargar Grade 0: Normal mucosa; B: Zargar Grade I: Edema and erythema of the mucosa; C: Zargar Grade IIA: Hemorrhage, erosions, blisters, superficial ulcers; D: Zargar Grade IIB: Circumferential bleeding, ulcers. Exudates; E: Zargar Grade IIIB: Focal necrosis, deep gray or brownish black ulcers; F: Zargar Grade IIIB: Extensive necrosis, deep gray or brownish black ulcers.
Figure 2 Management algorithm for caustic substance ingestion.
CT: Computed tomography; GI: Gastroenterology; ICU: Intensive care unit.
- Citation: De Lusong MAA, Timbol ABG, Tuazon DJS. Management of esophageal caustic injury. World J Gastrointest Pharmacol Ther 2017; 8(2): 90-98
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2150-5349/full/v8/i2/90.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4292/wjgpt.v8.i2.90