A technique for correct placement of the Wilson Cook oesophageal prosthesis in malignant tracheo-oesphageal fistula.
A simple technique is described for accurate placement of the Wilson Cook prosthesis in the management of malignant tracheo-oesophageal fistula. This cuffed tube permits effective occlusion of the fistula while earlier problems of oesophageal intubation (migration, erosion, etc.) are avoided.
McBirnie
J M
JM
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, City Hospital, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Pugh
G C
GC
Carnochan
F
F
D004938:Esophageal Neoplasms / Q000150:complications*; D004947:Esophagus; D006801:Humans; D010166:Palliative Care; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D014138:Tracheoesophageal Fistula / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*