Use of a self-expanding metal stent to treat acute esophageal perforation in a 4-year-old child

• Main Authors: Kelly von Beck (Author), Taylor Robinson (Author), Christian N. Nguyen (Author), Thomas H. Perez (Author), Jacob Olson (Author), Harold N. Lovvorn, III (Author), Christopher M. Baron (Author), Irving J. Zamora (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2022-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Esophageal perforations are associated with a high morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population. Most cases are managed conservatively with antibiotics, nutritional supplementation, and percutaneous drainage of fluid collections. Direct surgical repair is reserved for patients with hemodynami...