New endoscopic over-the-scope clip system for treatment of a chronic post-surgical tracheoesophageal fistula.

نویسندگان

  • Elia Armellini
  • Stefano F Crinò
  • Marco Orsello
  • Marco Ballarè
  • Silvia Saettone
  • Roberto Tari
  • Pietro Occhipinti
چکیده

Acquired tracheoesophageal fistula is a rare condition, often linked to malignancy, trauma, or iatrogenic cuff-related injury. Poor nutrition, infection, radiotherapy, and steroid use are predisposing factors. Surgical management is difficult, time-consuming, and associated with significant morbidity and mortality [1]. Conservative endoscopic therapeutic options, such as self-expandable metal stents, clips, and sealants have been investigated with satisfactory results.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Endoscopy

دوره 47 Suppl 1 UCTN  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2015