title: Structural deterioration in Celestin tubes.
abstract: Two cases are described where, after 2 years, a nylon-latex Celestin tube which was left in situ to bypass a benign stricture underwent structural deterioration and produced complications requiring tube replacement. It is recommended that an alternative endo-oesophageal tube should be considered where a lifespan of this order is contemplated.
mesh_terms: D004940:Esophageal Stenosis / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007440:Intubation / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D009757:Nylons; D012408:Rubber; D013997:Time Factors
chemical_list: D009757:Nylons; D012408:Rubber