Oesophageal candidiasis
Oesophageal Candidiasis
Welcome to the Oesophageal candidiasis subsection of the ENT for the MSRA course.
This section is designed to provide comprehensive and structured learning materials to help you understand and master the topic of Oesophageal candidiasis for the MSRA.
In this subsection, you will find the following resources to aid your revision:
- Oesophageal Candidiasis Revision Notes for MSRA: Detailed and concise revision notes covering all essential aspects of Oesophageal candidiasis, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These notes are based on UK NICE guidelines and formatted in tables for easy recall.
- Oesophageal Candidiasis Flashcards for MSRA: Interactive flashcards designed to help you memorise key facts and concepts about Oesophageal candidiasis. These are ideal for quick reviews and reinforcing knowledge.
- Oesophageal Candidiasis Accordion Q&A Notes for the MSRA: Engage in active learning with question-and-answer-style accordion notes. This format supports retention and allows you to focus on weaker areas.
- Oesophageal Candidiasis Rapid Fire Quiz for MSRA: A short quiz to assess your knowledge of Oesophageal candidiasis, helping you identify areas that need further review. Additional questions are available in the question banks and mock exams on the website.
Key Points about Oesophageal Candidiasis:
- Definition: Oesophageal candidiasis is a fungal infection of the oesophagus caused by Candida species, most commonly Candida albicans.
- Causes: It occurs in immunocompromised patients, including those with HIV, cancer, or those on long-term steroid or antibiotic therapy.
- Symptoms: Symptoms include painful swallowing (odynophagia), difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), retrosternal pain, and in some cases, oral thrush.
- Diagnosis: Diagnosis is typically made via endoscopy with biopsy and fungal culture, or by visualisation of white plaques in the oesophagus.
- Management: Treatment involves antifungal agents, such as fluconazole or itraconazole, and addressing the underlying cause of immunosuppression.
- Complications: Complications can include oesophageal perforation or systemic candidiasis in severe cases.
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