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01-09-2008 | Case Report

Esophageal Lichen Planus: Case Report and Literature Review

Authors: Rachel Westbrook, Stuart Riley

Published in: Dysphagia | Issue 3/2008

Abstract

Lichen planus is an inflammatory mucocutaneous disorder that typically affects the flexor skin surfaces, mucous membranes, and genitalia. We describe a case of severe esophageal lichen planus associated with typical mucocutaneous manifestations and discuss the presentation, diagnosis, and difficulties encountered in treatment. The published literature is reviewed and treatment strategies described.

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Title: Esophageal Lichen Planus: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Rachel Westbrook
Stuart Riley
Publication date: 01-09-2008
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Dysphagia / Issue 3/2008
Print ISSN: 0179-051X
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0460
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-007-9136-x

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