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Transgastric esophagoscopy with antegrade dilation
1Division of Gastroenterology, Wellesley Hospital, University of Toronto, Canada.
Endoscopy
|September 1, 1994
Summary
This case report details a novel retrograde esophagoscopy technique for esophageal obstruction. Using Savary dilators over a guide wire, the patient
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Interventional Endoscopy
Background:
- Esophageal obstruction presents a significant challenge in patient management.
- Traditional dilation methods may have limitations.
- Feeding gastrostomy tubes are used for nutritional support in severe cases.