Eosinophilic Esophagitis: A Newly Recognized Clinical Entity

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a newly recognized disease state with evolving criteria for diagnosis. While EoE is not fully understood, eosinophils suggests an immune-mediated pathophysiology. Children present with failure to thrive, gurgling, and other gastrointestinal symptoms. There are no treatments approved by the Food and Drug Administration at this time, although studies have been conducted.