Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3283638 | Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology | 2012 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Age >65 years is a significant risk factor for esophageal perforation after PD. Nonsurgical management of transmural esophageal tears is feasible, with favorable short-term and long-term outcomes, but is not devoid of complications.
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Authors
Tim Vanuytsel, Toni Lerut, Willy Coosemans, Dirk Vanbeckevoort, Kathleen Blondeau, Guy Boeckxstaens, Jan Tack,