Tension pyopneumothorax. Rare presentation of ruptured Barrett's esophagus.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Tension pneumothorax following esophageal rupture is very rare. We report a case in which a perforated Barrett's esophagus rapidly developed a spontaneous tension pyopneumothorax. The mechanism for the tension remains obscure. Knowing that a tension pneumothorax can occur with esophageal rupture can help prevent misdiagnosis.
Medical subject headings
- Barrett Esophagus
- Empyema, Pleural
- Esophageal Perforation