A Ring is an acclaimed tissue strip that thinly covers the lower esophagus making it more difficult to to swallow solid food. Often, individuals find out that they have it when food sticks in the course of eating.
Symptoms may appear and disappear, but majority of the patients complain that:
It is not necessarily known what brings it about. Nonetheless, the contributing factors among them are often:
We are GastroDoxs in Katy and we are specialists in diagnosing and treating Schatzkis ring with quality patient-centered care. Our gastroenterologists are board-certified; they apply the proven therapies of endoscopic dilation, as well as, started supervised tomato diets to aid in restoring easy swallowing habits and preventing the recurrence. You are in the mood to say goodbye to stuck food? Call us today or book online to schedule your appointment with a Schatzki's Ring specialist.
We've successfully treated more than 677 patients, helping individuals improve their digestive health and overall well-being through expert, personalized care.
With over 20 years of experience, GastroDoxs has been a trusted provider of gastroenterology care, focusing on delivering the best outcomes for patients
Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
On dilation, the ring is passed by a balloon or a soft dilator which is placed under sedation. It gets the constricted passage gradually stretched resulting in a broader opening and relieving discomfort easily.
Endoscopy-a tube with a camera passed through the mouth is used in diagnosis to give advice allowing a direct look at the ring and evaluate the esophageal constriction.
The dietary changes (soft, moist food and smaller bites) may alleviate the symptoms however, they often must be supplemented with dilation or acid-reducing drugs to more permanently alleviate the symptoms.
There are low risks but may involve the minor blood bleeding or tear of the esophageal lining. They are uncommon and can be easily treated within the medical facility.
After one to two days after the procedure of dilation, most of the patients report a significant improvement on swallowing and a reduction in discomfort.
The patients can also have a recurrence of the ring and they can be dilated again with time, depending on the recurrence of symptoms and the endoscopic findings at follow-up.
The patients can also have a recurrence of the ring and they can be dilated again with time, depending on the recurrence of symptoms and the endoscopic findings at follow-up.
Yes. Chronic acid reflux (GERD) can inflame and scar the esophageal lining, leading to the development of a Schatzki's Ring.
Surgery is rarely required. It is only taken into account when symptoms cannot be contained using repeated dilations and medications or when the complications occurred.
We are the GastroDoxs in Katy, the board certified gastroenterologists that provide on site diagnostic services, a tailored therapeutic plan, and a good staff that ensure you can safely swallow again.
