Oesophageal injury

Oesophageal injuries are rare, the majority being iatrogenic, spontaneous (Boerhaave's syndrome) or caustic. Partial thickness injuries are usually not serious, and heal. Due to its location, full thickness injuries of the oesophagus can have catastrophic consequences, leading to significant morbidity and sometimes death. Effective early treatment in experienced centres can lead to successful outcomes, although this relies on a low index of suspicion and rapid clinical recognition of this uncommon problem.
Source: Surgery (Medicine Publishing) - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Oesophagus and stomach Source Type: research
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