Diverse diagnoses in esophageal perforation: comparative insights from three cases
This case series aimed to highlight the diverse etiologies and management strategies for esophageal perforation in three illustrative cases.Each case provides insight into different aspects of the condition, including diagnostic challenges and treatment approaches.By examining these cases, we aimed ABSTRACT This case series highlights diverse etiologies and management strategies for esophageal perforation through three illustrative cases: Foreign body ingestion, achalasia cardia, and iatrogenic perforation.Data were retrospectively reviewed, including patient history, diagnostic findings, treatments, and outcomes.Each case was managed differently, based on the patient's presentation, disease severity, and long-term needs.Esophageal perforation requires prompt diagnosis and individualization to address its varied etiologies and prevent complications.This series emphasizes the critical role of timely intervention in achieving favorable outcomes.
Authors
- Mohd Nizam Md Hashim (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4066-6558)
- Hashimah Abdul Rahman
- Muhammad Taqiyuddin Yahaya
Publication Details
- Journal
- Gulhane Medical Journal
- Published
- 2025-01-10
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.4274/gulhane.galenos.2024.71542
- Primary Topic
- Esophageal and GI Pathology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00