Abstract:Background Esophageal fistula is a very rare complication associated with anterior approaches to the cervical spine. Timely diagnosis and early intervention are associated with favorable outcomes. There is a dilemma in the literature for its optimal management. In this review article, we will discuss the management dilemmas in patients with esophageal perforation along with an illustrative case.
Material and Methods A 24-year-old male patient operated for C5–6 fracture dislocation, presented with esophageal fi… Show more
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