Pattern of esophageal injuries and surgical management: A retrospective review

Conclusion: Corrosive esophageal injuries were the most frequent form of esophageal injury at our center due to unrestricted access to corrosive substances. Generally, appropriate surgical intervention in patients with esophageal injury based on individualization of care yields excellent early and mid-term results.
Source: Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice - Category: Rural Health Authors: Source Type: research