Multidisciplinary therapy of a large esophago-pericardial fistula arising from Barrett's esophagus.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Esophago-pericardial fistula is a rare complication of benign esophageal pathologies. We present the case report of a patient with Barrett's esophagus complicated by an esophago-pericardial fistula managed by a multi-therapeutic approach to close the fistula using an autologous pericardial patch; placement of a coated, expandable, metallic esophageal stent; and a feeding jejunostomy.
Medical subject headings
- Barrett Esophagus
- Esophageal Fistula
- Mediastinal Diseases
- Pericardium