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Cervical osteomyelitis after esophageal perforation

W T Mattingly, M L Dillon, E P Todd

    Southern Medical Journal
    |May 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    Diabetic patients with esophageal perforation may develop cervical spine osteomyelitis, even with prompt treatment. Follow-up cervical spine X-rays are recommended for these patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medicine
    • Gastroenterology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Esophageal perforation is a serious condition requiring immediate medical attention.
    • Diabetes mellitus can complicate patient recovery and increase infection risk.

    Observation:

    • A patient with diabetes mellitus experienced an iatrogenic cervical esophagus perforation.
    • Despite early and aggressive surgical intervention for the perforation, complications arose.

    Findings:

    • The patient developed osteomyelitis (bone infection) of the cervical spine, specifically affecting the C-6 and C-7 vertebral bodies.
    • This complication occurred subsequent to the esophageal perforation and its initial treatment.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights a potential severe complication following esophageal perforation in diabetic patients.
    • Routine inclusion of cervical spine roentgenograms in the follow-up care for selected patients with esophageal perforation is suggested.
    • Early detection through imaging may aid in managing this rare but serious sequela.

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