AI Article Synopsis
- Perforation of the esophagus can lead to severe complications like mediastinitis and sepsis, often resulting in fatal outcomes.
- Recent advancements have introduced endoscopic stenting as a less invasive alternative to traditional surgical methods for treating this condition.
- A successful case is reported involving endoscopic treatment of esophageal perforation due to necrosis after a burn injury.
Article Abstract
Perforation of the esophagus is a serious and dangerous condition due to progressive development of mediastinitis and sepsis. This disease is often fatal. In the last decade, endoscopic stenting of the esophagus became more common in these patients as an alternative to traditional surgery. We report successful minimally invasive endoscopic treatment of esophageal perforation with post-burn necrosis of its wall.
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