Boerhaave's syndrome: diagnosis and treatment.
Boerhaave's syndrome, or postemetic rupture of the esophagus,represents one of several etiologies of esophageal perforation. Early diagnosis, which requires both a high index of suspicion and contrast esophagography, is essential for optimal outcome. Primary repair is often possible, although other techniques, such as esophageal exclusion or diversion, may be appropriate in certain circumstances.
Vial
Conrad M
CM
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine, CVRB 205, 300 Pasteur Drive, Stanford, CA 94305-0344, USA.
Whyte
Richard I
RI
D004939:Esophageal Perforation / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D016629:Esophagectomy / Q000379:methods*; D004944:Esophagoplasty / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D012421:Rupture; D013577:Syndrome; D014839:Vomiting / Q000150:complications