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01-01-2019 | Case Report

Congenital bronchoesophageal fistula in an adult—report of a rare case

Authors: Elamaran Elamurugan, Pajanivel Ranganadin, Jaya Velraj, Duvuru Ram, Karthik Panchanatheeswaran

Published in: Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | Issue 1/2019

Abstract

Congenital bronchoesophageal fistula (CBEF) is a rare entity in adults. Patients with CBEF present with cough and recurrent respiratory tract infection. Diagnosis is confirmed by barium esophagogram and contrast-enhanced computed tomography. Management is by surgical ligation of the fistula and repair. Concomitant lung resection procedures will be required for any coexisting lung pathology. Thoracoscopic approach can be considered in young, healthy adults where the adhesions are less.

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Title: Congenital bronchoesophageal fistula in an adult—report of a rare case
Authors: Elamaran Elamurugan
Pajanivel Ranganadin
Jaya Velraj
Duvuru Ram
Karthik Panchanatheeswaran
Publication date: 01-01-2019
Publisher: Springer Singapore
Published in: Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery / Issue 1/2019
Print ISSN: 0970-9134
Electronic ISSN: 0973-7723
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12055-018-0692-5

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Congenital bronchoesophageal fistula in an adult—report of a rare case

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