Esophageal perforation: diagnostic work-up and clinical decision-making in the first 24 hours

Esophageal perforation: diagnostic work-up and clinical decision-making in the first 24 hours

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Esophageal perforation is a rare and potentially life-threatening condition. Early clinical suspicion and imaging is important for case management to achieve a good outcome. However, recent studies continue to report high morbidity and mortality greater than 20%...

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Main Authors: Søreide Jon, Viste Asgaut
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-10-01
Series:Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine
Subjects:
Esophagus
perforation
early diagnosis
surgery
non-surgical management
endoscopy
Online Access:http://www.sjtrem.com/content/19/1/66

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