Hydrostatic stretch-induced growth facilitating primary anastomosis in long-gap esophageal atresia.
J Pediatr Surg
; 41(6): 1170-2, 2006 Jun.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-16769355
ABSTRACT
We present a novel simple technique for stimulating distal esophageal pouch growth in a patient with isolated, long-gap esophageal atresia. In this case report, distal esophageal growth was achieved through daily intermittent pressurization via a surgically placed indwelling balloon catheter. The patient ultimately underwent successful, uncomplicated, tension-free, primary repair and remains asymptomatic.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Anastomosis, Surgical
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Catheterization
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Plastic Surgery Procedures
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Esophageal Atresia
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Esophagus
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Newborn
Language:
En
Journal:
J Pediatr Surg
Year:
2006
Document type:
Article
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