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Management of perforations of the hypopharynx and cervical esophagus
Author(s) -
Tate John L.,
Shockley William W.,
Stucker Fred J.
Publication year - 1985
Publication title -
the laryngoscope
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1531-4995
pISSN - 0023-852X
DOI - 10.1288/00005537-198508000-00011
Subject(s) - esophagus , medicine , general surgery , anatomy
Complications related to perforations of the upper aerodigestive system carry a 15% mortality. Nine cases of intraluminnl injuries to the hypopharynx and cervical esophagus are reviewed. Seven were related to iatrogenic causes and two associated with foreign bodies. This study details the cause and location of the injuries, associated signs and symptoms, and the resultant morbidity. A protocol for the management of suspected perforations is outlined.