Radiologically Evident Oesophageal Dilation in Paediatric Rumination Syndrome With Recurrent Aspiration Pneumonia: A Rare Case Without Achalasia
Abstract
A 15-year-old autistic boy with rumination syndrome presented with progressive oesophageal dilation on CT. Achalasia was excluded based on imaging. This case illustrates a rare example of structural change likely due to behavioural disorder and highlights the diagnostic value of CT when manometry is unfeasible.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments
Dysphagia Assessment and Management
Esophageal and GI Pathology
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Respirology Case Reports
- Volume
- 14
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- e70492–e70492
- Publication date
- 1 February 2026
- Language
- EN