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Dysphagia Revealing Pulmonary Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Successful Palliation With Esophageal Stenting in an Elderly Patient

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: In elderly patients, a smooth concentric esophageal stricture with normal mucosa should raise suspicion of extraesophageal causes, prompting cross-sectional imaging such as computed tomography. Dysphagia may rarely be the initial symptom of lung cancer, and esophageal stenting offers rapid, effective palliation, restoring oral intake, and improving quality of life.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72370

Authors: Mehdi Belaich, Amine Bentayeb, Mohamed El Mazghi, Aymane Assili, Mehdi Zouaoui, M'barek Azouaoui, Youssef Hnach, Nourdin Aqodad

Language: English

Topic: Esophageal and GI Pathology

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820

OpenAlex ID: W7155502160

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