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Objectives:

To report the results of endoscopic dilatation of esophageal strictures in children, its complications, and their management. The outcomes of esophageal dilatation differ according to the underlying etiology.

Methods:

The study included 46 patients who underwent esophageal dilatation between 2014-2019. All patients underwent a contrast study of the esophagus before endoscopic dilation to determine the location, number, and length of the narrowing. In addition, the type of dilators (balloon versus semi-rigid dilators), the number of dilatation sessions, the interval between them, and the duration of follow-up were also documented. The median age was 2.47 years, and 26 patients were females. Dysphagia was the main presenting symptom, and the leading cause of stricture was esophageal atresia.

Results:

The main treatment modality was endoscopic balloon dilatation (n= 29, 63%). The esophageal …