A new reflux-free surgical esophageal intubation technique.
Pull-through esophageal intubation with a composite, detachable prosthesis allows insertion of the tube only in the narrowing due to the tumor. Using this easy technique, which permits a convenient low, small 3 millimeter gastrotomy, the intra-abdominal contamination is reduced. The end of the tube does not pass across the cardia, so the patient is free from gastroesophageal reflux and its consequences.
Kotsis
L
L
Thoracic Surgical Clinic, Budapest, Hungary.
Kulka
F
F
D004940:Esophageal Stenosis / Q000628:therapy*; D004947:Esophagus; D005764:Gastroesophageal Reflux / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D007440:Intubation / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*