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Thoracic Esophageal Perforations

Paul D. Kiernan, Michael J. Sheridan, Eric A. Elster, John S. Rhee, Lucas Collazo, William D. Byrne, T. M. Fulcher, Vivian Hettrick, Betty Vaughan, Paula R. Graling

Southern Medical Journal · 2003 · 54 citations · 26 references

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Abstract

We recommend aggressive, definitive surgery for thoracic esophageal perforations, whether diagnosed early or late. A variety of options are discussed with regard to complicated presentations.

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Esophageal perforation: Emphasis on management

Bradley L. Bufkin, Joseph I. Miller · The Annals of Thoracic Surgery · 1996 · 255 citations · Full text

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Safuh Attar, John R. Hankins, Charles M. Suter et al. · The Annals of Thoracic Surgery · 1990 · 211 citations

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