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BackgroundThe literature regarding esophageal fistula after definitive concurrent chemotherapy and intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) remains lacking.
Tzu-Hui Pao+10 more
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The use of mitomycin C in caustic esophagitis in rats [PDF]
PURPOSE: To evaluate the topical effects of mitomycin C (MMC) in rats, with or without esophageal dilation, in different moments after esophageal caustic injury with NaOH10%. METHODS: Forty eight Wistar rats were divided into six groups: "GS" infusion of
Thais França Bustamante+4 more
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Surgical treatment of noncaustic benign esophageal stenosis
Background: Noncaustic benign esophageal stenosis is an uncommon esophageal disorder. We report herein our surgical results for this type of esophageal stenosis.
Ming-Ho Wu, Han-Yun Wu
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Laparogastroscopy and Esophageal Stenosis
An original technique using laparoscopic instruments in a gastric endocavitary work chamber with potential for esophagus, stomach and D1 vizualisation. The main purpose of laparagastroscopy is to improve the quality of life of the patient disabling by the esophageal tumor.
Ștefan Ţîţu+5 more
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Background The conventional esophageal stent is not flexible enough for refractory or circuitous esophageal stenosis. After stent placement, the bending stress may stimulate tissue proliferation in both ends of the stent, causing restenosis, severe ...
Y. Bi+5 more
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Congenital Esophageal Stenosis
Congenital esophageal stenosis CES is an uncommon anomaly that rarely goes undiagnosed until adulthood. We report 2 cases of CES. The first was a one-month-old baby boy who was referred for work up of swallowing disorder and recurrent pneumonias. The diagnosis was confirmed by a continuous fluoroscopic esophagogram, and endoscopic exploration.
Zain H. Al Shareef+3 more
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Endoscopic management of corrosive esophageal stenosis by temporary stent placement [PDF]
Introduction. Ingestion of corrosive substances often causes serious damage to the upper gastrointestinal mucosa, occasionally perforation and, in rare cases, death.
Gelu-Cristian ROSIANU+4 more
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BackgroundEpidermolysis bullosa (EB) constitutes a heterogenous group of rare multisystem genetically transmitted disorders comprising several blistering muco-cutaneous diseases with a monogenic basis and either autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive ...
A. Michalak+4 more
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Review of esophageal injuries and stenosis: Lessons learn and current concepts of management
Aim: To review the patients with esophageal injuries and stenosis with respect to their etiology, clinical course, management, and the lessons learnt from these.
Raghu Sampalli Ramareddy, Anand Alladi
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Background Cancerous esophageal stenosis encountered during endoscopic ultrasonography before treatment was observed in about 30% of esophageal cancer patients.
H. Deng+5 more
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