A complication of continuous upper pouch suction in esophageal atresia

The use of a plastic sump catheter for continuous suction of the blind upper pouch in esophageal atresia has been widely accepted since the method was first described. The following case illustrates a complication which resulted from the use of such a catheter, namely, perforation of the upper pouch...

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Published in:	Journal of pediatric surgery Vol. 13; no. 4; p. 369
Main Authors:	Wright, V M, Noblett, H R
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-08-1978
Subjects:	Catheterization - adverse effects Esophageal Atresia - complications Esophageal Atresia - surgery Esophageal Atresia - therapy Esophageal Perforation - etiology Esophagus - diagnostic imaging Female Humans Infant Infant, Low Birth Weight Infant, Newborn Infant, Premature Male Pregnancy Pregnancy Complications Radiography Suction - adverse effects Tracheoesophageal Fistula - complications Tracheoesophageal Fistula - surgery
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Summary:	The use of a plastic sump catheter for continuous suction of the blind upper pouch in esophageal atresia has been widely accepted since the method was first described. The following case illustrates a complication which resulted from the use of such a catheter, namely, perforation of the upper pouch.
ISSN:	0022-3468
DOI:	10.1016/S0022-3468(78)80456-4