Year: 2005
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Esophageal perforation is an uncommon but known complication of esophageal dilation. Abscess after esophageal tear is rare, especially in the spinal epidural space. This is one case report of such an abscess. METHODS: We present a case of a spinal epidural abscess after cervical pharyngoesophageal dilation. RESULTS: After surgical decompression and abscess drainage, long-term intravenous antibiotics, and physical therapy, the patient has regained some functional use of her left upper extremity. CONCLUSIONS: Early diagnosis with a gadolinium-enhanced MRI and aggressive surgical treatment are keys to successful management with a good functional outcome after this unfortunate complication.
Source: Head & Neck
DOI: 10.1002/hed.20183
Institutions: University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Georgetown University
Language: English
Topic: Esophageal and GI Pathology
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2041125171