Distal thoracic oesophageal perforation secondary to blunt trauma: Case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Traumatic perforation of the distal oesophagus due to blunt trauma is a very rare condition and is still associated with a significant morbidity and mortality. This is further exacerbated by delayed diagnosis and management as sympto...

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Main Authors: Tandon Ruchi, Strauss Dirk C, Mason Robert C
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-03-01
Series:World Journal of Emergency Surgery
Online Access:http://www.wjes.org/content/2/1/8