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[Caustic esophagogastric lesions].

A Bianchi, H Dorado, E Casal

    Acta Gastroenterologica Latinoamericana
    |January 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Severe esophageal and stomach injuries from caustic ingestion require urgent medical attention. Early surgical intervention offers the best chance for survival in adult patients with these critical esophagogastric lesions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Emergency Medicine
    • Surgical Critical Care

    Background:

    • Caustic ingestion causes severe, life-threatening esophagogastric lesions in adults.
    • Management of these injuries presents significant therapeutic challenges.
    • High mortality rates are associated with severe caustic ingestions.