Gastrointestinal Images: Complete Tubular Duplication of the Oesophagus in an Adult

Abstract

We describe the difficulty in diagnosing these rare congenital abnormalities. We recommend that with a multi-disciplinary approach, conservative management can be considered.

Communicating Tubular Esophageal Duplication Combined with Bronchoesophageal Fistula

“…One major limitation of this case report is that the possibility of an esophagogastric fistula, not an ED, could not be confirmed by histology. In another report with a similar case to ours, ED was verified on the basis of the histological findings [ 8 ]. However, as the endoscopic findings suggest ( Fig.…”

“…CT could demonstrate the exact anatomic position of the fistular tract and influence the decision making about resectability. Magnetic resonance imaging, endoscopic ultrasonography, and Tc-99m pertechnetate scintigraphy could be helpful for the diagnosis of this disease [ 8 ]. However, these methods yield mainly inconclusive results [ 10 , 11 ].…”