Esophageal stenosis secondary to severe loxoscelism: A case report

ABSTRACT Loxoscelism is a public health issue in tropical countries, particularly in Brazil. It can affect children of all ages and may lead to severe and irreversible injuries. We report the case of an infant who suffered a severe loxoscelism accident in the cervical region, progressing to esophageal stricture requiring multiple dilations. Fortunately, in this case, the outcome was favorable despite the need for surgical and endoscopic interventions. This case highlights the importance of both individual and collective preventive measures to reduce the incidence of such accidents, especially in the pediatric population.