title: Spontaneous perforation of the pharynx/oesophagus.
abstract: A single case of spontaneous perforation of the pharynx/oesophagus is reported. This case is exceptional with regard to its idiopathic nature and self-resolving clinical course. Other reported cases of this rare condition generally have a clearly identifiable aetiology and are associated with a high morbidity and mortality. The diagnostic label of spontaneous perforation' has been used inappropriately in previously reported cases.
authors.affiliation: Russell's Hall Hospital, Dudley, West Midlands.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Wake
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Pearman
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Campbell
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004939:Esophageal Perforation / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010608:Pharyngeal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D012422:Rupture, Spontaneous