Perforation of the upper and lower segments of atretic esophagus (type C) secondary to nasogastric tube insertion.
We report an unusual case of nasogastric tube, during insertion, perforating the upper and lower segments of atretic esophagus (type C) and ending up in the stomach. Symptoms and imaging of the newborn are presented and the causative factors of the incident discussed.
Lahdes-Vasama
Tuija Terhikki
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Pediatric Research Centre, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland. tuija.lahdes-vasama@pshp.fi
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D004933:Esophageal Atresia / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy; D004939:Esophageal Perforation / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007441:Intubation, Gastrointestinal / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D014138:Tracheoesophageal Fistula / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy