Alendronic acid
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Oesophageal ulcer in an elderly patient: case report A 75-year-old woman who had been receiving alendronic acid weekly [dose not stated] for 2 years for the prevention of osteoporosis was referred for dysphagia. A shallow ulceration was observed in the upper oesophagus during an oesophagoscopic examination. The ulceration improved without requiring treatment. However, a circumferential ulceration with a severe stricture was revealed in the same area during a follow-up oesophagoscopic examination 6 months later. Alendronic acid tablets were discontinued and the oesophageal ulcer healed. To relieve her dysphagia, she required 7 sessions of balloon dilation over 6 months. Ueda K, et al. A case of esophageal ulcer caused by alendronate sodium tablets. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 73: 1037-1038, No. 5, May 2011. Available from: 803054894 URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.gie.2010.11.039 - Japan
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