Reflux oesophagitis resembling varices
Rabin, M.; Schmaman, I.B.
South African Medical Journal 55(8): 293-295
1979
ISSN/ISBN: 0256-9574 PMID: 312537 Document Number: 144810
Three cases of established reflux oesophagitis resembling varices are presented. Although the condition is rare, the importance of distinguishing oesophagitis from varices is pointed out in order to avoid unnecessary arteriography and surgery.
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