Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9385672 | Respiratory Medicine | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
BE fistula caused by broncholithiasis most commonly affects the right bronchial tree and should be considered in patients with chronic cough associated with drinking, lithoptysis, or recurrent pneumonia. The diagnosis is usually established by radiocontrast studies of the esophagus or incidentally during operations. Surgical repair is required.
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Authors
Monique A.P. Ford, Paul S. Mueller, Timothy I. Morgenthaler,