J Korean Neurosurg Soc.  1998 Jan;27(1):109-113.

Dysphagia due to Cervical Osteophytes: Case Report

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  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, College of Medicine, Inha University, Inchon, Korea.

Abstract

Forestier's disease, also known as diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis(DISH), is a rare condition. It frequently occurs in elderly men, and is mostly asymptomatic. Patients with severe involvement of the cervical spine may, however, develop dysphagia, dysphonia, dyspnea, and foreign body sensation. We decribe that one case of Forestier's disease with dysphagia, successfully treated by surgery, and also present a review the literature.

Keyword

Forestier's disease; Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis(DISH); Dysphagia

MeSH Terms

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Deglutition Disorders*
Dysphonia
Dyspnea
Foreign Bodies
Humans
Hyperostosis, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal
Male
Osteophyte*
Sensation
Spine
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