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Modified Endoscopic Vacuum-Assisted Closure (EVAC) for Esophageal Perforation: a Promising and Simplified Technique — Report of Three Patients.
- Source :
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Indian Journal of Surgery . 2023 Suppl, Vol. 85, p597-601. 5p. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Intrathoracic esophageal perforation is a devastating event bearing high mortality rates. Prompt recognition and aggressive treatment are key. Traditionally, most patients required surgical treatment, but recently, endoscopic techniques, mainly endoscopic vacuum-assisted closure (EVAC), have been recognized as a valuable alternative in selected patients. Herein, we describe a novel technique in which a nasogastric tube (NGT) was placed endoscopically into a mediastinal abscess and covered with a self-expanding metal stent to treat esophageal defects in three patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09722068
- Volume :
- 85
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Indian Journal of Surgery
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 173964605
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s12262-023-03793-1