In conclusion, perforation of the upper esophagus caused by a foreign body is rare, but can cause potentially life threatening mediastinal complications.

In conclusion, perforation of the upper esophagus caused by a foreign body is rare, but can cause potentially life threatening mediastinal complications.

SPONTANEOUS perforation of the presumably normal esophagus has been considered a rare lesion. A recent increase in the number of reports on this subject indicates that it may not be as unusual as ...

However, the authors note that earlier studies indicate that complications may occur, the most common of which is a piercing or putting a hole in the esophagus. This is called esophageal perforation.

One of the most feared complications of this procedure is an esophageal perforation. By placing a tube (also known as a stent) in the esophagus, the perforation can heal itself without surgery.

"Although there are several causes of esophageal perforation, only a few spontaneous esophageal perforation cases associated with PEG electrolyte solution for colonoscopy preparation have been ...

Endoscopic mgmt of esophageal perforation performed Oct 22, 2024, 21:57 IST AA Follow us ...

No perforation of the esophagus was noted. The diaphragm was opened, and a walled-off, bile-filled cavity anterior and medial to the spleen was encountered.