Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Abstract

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic, immune-mediated disorder of the esophagus that commonly presents with dysphagia in the pediatric population and is characterized histologically by eosinophil-rich inflammation. Traditionally, these patients have been managed by providers in allergy/immunology, gastroenterology, and otolaryngology. With increased knowledge regarding disease presentation and progression, improved assessment and treatment strategies have been developed. When feeding dysfunction and airway conditions present, a multidisciplinary approach to management with speech-language pathology and otolaryngology has been employed. This chapter reviews the clinicopathology of eosinophilic esophagitis as well as its evolving multidisciplinary treatment.