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Radiologically Evident Oesophageal Dilation in Paediatric Rumination Syndrome With Recurrent Aspiration Pneumonia: A Rare Case Without Achalasia

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: A 15-year-old autistic boy with rumination syndrome presented with progressive oesophageal dilation on CT. Achalasia was excluded based on imaging. This case illustrates a rare example of structural change likely due to behavioural disorder and highlights the diagnostic value of CT when manometry is unfeasible.

Source: Respirology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/rcr2.70492

Authors: Akina Nigi, Keisuke Iwamoto, Hidetoshi Itani, Shigeto Kondou

Institution: Ise Red Cross Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments

Subfield: Gastroenterology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,130