Upper GI endoscopy is indicated in all, except:: (A) Peptic ulceration, (B) Achalasia cardia, (C) Barrett's esophagus, (D) Corrosive ingestion delayed phase
Answer is D. Ans. (d) Corrosive ingestion delayed phaseRef: Bailey and Love 26th Edition, Page 994* For corrosive ingestion endoscopy must be planned in early; phase within 48 hours* Endoscopy beyond 48 hours has more chances of perforation* Achalasia cases before endoscopy must be aspirated by Ryles tube in mediastinum