Intrathoracic esophageal perforation with the Angelchik antireflux prosthesis: report of a new complication.
Esophageal perforation associated with migration of an Angelchik antireflux prosthesis into the thorax is reported. After initial nonoperative management, this patient was treated by an esophagogastrectomy with a favorable outcome. The complications associated with this prosthesis are reviewed briefly.
D000038:Abscess / Q000209:etiology*; D000368:Aged; D004939:Esophageal Perforation / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D004947:Esophagus / Q000293:injuries*; D005764:Gastroesophageal Reflux / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008477:Mediastinal Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D019736:Prostheses and Implants / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011859:Radiography