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ABSTRACT:
SUBMITTER: Y K
PROVIDER: S-EPMC6137399 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Oct
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Radiology case reports 20180519 5
Boerhaave syndrome refers to a spontaneous perforation of the esophagus that results from severe straining or vomiting. This uncommon situation may lead to serious outcome with chemical mediastinitis, and is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Surgery, although associated with high morbidity and mortality remains the treatment of choice, whereas endoscopic management with stent placement is preserved to treat inoperable patients. Removal of the stent is generally recommended after 4-6 ...[more]