Purpose: Endoluminal vacuum (EVAC) therapy has gained popularity as a minimally invasive option for contained esophageal leaks. EVAC therapy may be useful for esophagogastric anastomotic leak fistulizing to the airway.
Description: This report describes EVAC therapy of an esophagobronchial fistula with video depicting the procedure, including technical tips. Video and photographic evidence of progression and ultimate resolution is included.
Evaluation: Sponge exchanges were completed every 3 to 4 days. EVAC therapy was administered through a transnasal approach. In the presented case, a total of 11 exchanges over 6 weeks were required. EVAC sponge placement was transitioned from intracavitary to endoluminal for the final 4 treatments. All but 4 exchanges were able to be completed at the bedside in a monitored setting with sedation.
Conclusions: An esophageal leak that has fistulized to a main airway is a rare and challenging clinical problem. Definitive EVAC therapy for esophageal anastomotic leak with esophagobronchial fistula is a feasible option in selected cases.
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