Pharyngo-oesophageal perforation following anterior cervical discectomy and fusion: management and results{dagger} [THORACIC]

CONCLUSIONS: Patients with minimal leaks in the absence of systemic infection can be managed conservatively. For cases of large fistulas with systemic infection, we recommend partial or total removal of the fixation devices, direct suture of the oesophageal defect and coverage with tissue flaps.

Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - January 10, 2017 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Perrone, O., Tassi, V., Mattioli, B., Daddi, N., Uneddu, M., Borghesi, I., Mattioli, S. Tags: THORACIC Source Type: research