This case demonstrates effective intervention strategies for managing esophageal obstruction after band ligation in an elderly patient.
Complete esophageal obstruction is a rare but serious complication of endoscopic variceal band ligation (EVBL). We present the case of a 75-year-old man with cirrhosis and esophageal varices who developed acute esophageal obstruction following EVBL, which was successfully managed with a combination of endoscopic scissors to cut the band and through-the-scope balloon dilation, restoring luminal patency and recanalization of the esophagus. This case highlights the importance of prevention, early recognition, and timely management of this rare but important complication of EVBL. Key management options addressed include preventive, conservative, and interventional strategies to improve patient outcomes.
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