Isolated proximal esophageal injury from blunt trauma: endoscopic stricture dilatation

Blunt neck trauma can cause isolated esophageal injuries that may be difficult to recognize. A high index of suspicion is necessary for optimal identification and management of this condition. We report a case of blunt esophageal trauma resulting from a motor vehicle accident that was initially unre...

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Published inDysphagia Vol. 18; no. 4; pp. 263 - 266
Main Authors Pineau, Benoit C, Ott, David J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Springer Nature B.V 01.10.2003
Subjects
Deglutition Disorders - diagnosis
Deglutition Disorders - etiology
Deglutition Disorders - therapy
Dentistry
Dilatation
Endoscopy
Esophageal Stenosis - diagnosis
Esophageal Stenosis - etiology
Esophageal Stenosis - therapy
Esophagus - injuries
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Wounds, Nonpenetrating - complications
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Summary:Blunt neck trauma can cause isolated esophageal injuries that may be difficult to recognize. A high index of suspicion is necessary for optimal identification and management of this condition. We report a case of blunt esophageal trauma resulting from a motor vehicle accident that was initially unrecognized until the patient developed a tight stricture of the cervical esophagus. This was successfully dilated endoscopically. Aerodigestive trauma resulting from neck injuries is reviewed with emphasis on the pathophysiology of esophageal trauma.
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ISSN:0179-051X
1432-0460
DOI:10.1007/s00455-003-0008-8