Hematemesis in a Man With Longstanding Esophageal Globus Sensation

Question: An 81-year-old man with a long history of experiencing a globus sensation over the suprasternal area was admitted for massive hematemesis. He denied alcohol or tobacco use, but was taking medication for diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, and hypertension. His medicines included glimepiride, acarbose, atorvastatin, and olmesartan medoxomil.

Source: Gastroenterology - February 4, 2013 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Chia-Wei Yang, Hsu-Heng Yen, Chung-Ho Choo Tags: Electronic Clinical Challenges and Images in GI Source Type: research