Video-mediastinoscope: for extracting upper esophageal foreign bodies.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Patients with esophageal foreign bodies require prompt diagnosis and therapy. The proximal dilatation method using a video-mediastinoscope is safe and effective in removing sharp foreign bodies from the upper esophagus, avoiding surgery and possible perforation. The technique using a video-mediastinoscope proved to be effective and safe; this may be the first use of this procedure in the literature. We recommend using video-mediastinoscope for extracting foreign bodies involving the upper esophagus narrowing.
Medical subject headings
- Esophagus
- Foreign Bodies
- Mediastinoscopes