[Perforations of the oesophagus (author's transl)]. / Osophagusperforationen.

ABSTRACT

The different reasons for perforations of the oesophagus are listed with their preferential locations. A survey is given on the necessary x-ray diagnostics including computed tomography according to the clinical signs. Examples of the characteristic x-ray findings and follow-up are demonstrated with their relation to the surgical possibilities.