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Case Reports
. 1979 Dec;78(6):931-3.

Diaphragmatic pedicle flap for treatment of Boerhaave's syndrome

  • PMID: 116090
Case Reports

Diaphragmatic pedicle flap for treatment of Boerhaave's syndrome

F M Jara. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 1979 Dec.

Abstract

A case of spontaneous perforation of the esophagus is described, which was managed by thoracotomy, primary closure, and reinforcement of the suture line with as diaphragmatic pedicle flap. The advantages of this technique are discussed.

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