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ArticleACG case reports journal2026

Endoscopic Management of Variceal Band Ligation Leading to Acute Esophageal Obstruction.

Mischelle Lopez Quinteros, Marisa S Zayat, Jessica C Petrov, Frank J Lukens, Mihir S Wagh, Jana G Hashash, Timothy A Woodward, Osayande Osagiede

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Article in ACG case reports journal, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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8 authors.

Mischelle Lopez QuinterosDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
Marisa S ZayatDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
Jessica C PetrovDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
Frank J LukensDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
Mihir S WaghDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
Jana G HashashDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
Timothy A WoodwardDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.
Osayande OsagiedeDivision of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Complete esophageal obstruction is a rare but serious complication of endoscopic variceal band ligation (EVBL). We present the case of a 75-year-old man with cirrhosis and esophageal varices who developed acute esophageal obstruction following EVBL, which was successfully managed with a combination of endoscopic scissors to cut the band and through-the-scope balloon dilation, restoring luminal patency and recanalization of the esophagus. This case highlights the importance of prevention, early recognition, and timely management of this rare but important complication of EVBL. Key management options addressed include preventive, conservative, and interventional strategies to improve patient outcomes.

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acute esophageal obstructiondysphagiaendoscopic scissorsendoscopic variceal band ligation (EVBL)esophageal varicesthrough-the-scope balloon dilation

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PMID42065093
PMCPMC13124385

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