Use of a self-expanding metal stent to treat acute esophageal perforation in a 4-year-old child

Use of a self-expanding metal stent to treat acute esophageal perforation in a 4-year-old child

Esophageal perforations are associated with a high morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population. Most cases are managed conservatively with antibiotics, nutritional supplementation, and percutaneous drainage of fluid collections. Direct surgical repair is reserved for patients with hemodynami...

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Main Authors: Kelly von Beck, Taylor Robinson, Christian N. Nguyen, Thomas H. Perez, Jacob Olson, Harold N. Lovvorn, III, Christopher M. Baron, Irving J. Zamora
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2022-06-01
Series:Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports
Subjects:
Esophageal perforation
Pediatrics
Stent
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213576622001221

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