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Nasopharyngeal perforation as a complication of nasogastric intubation
L A Reussner1, J Blebea, P Peterson
1Department of Otolaryngology, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York 14642.
Ear, Nose, & Throat Journal
|November 1, 1993
Abstract:
We report a patient with nasopharyngeal perforation associated with nasogastric intubation. Diagnosis of the perforation was accomplished by roentgenograms of the neck and identification of the site by fiberoptic endoscopy and a water-soluble radiographic contrast agent. The extent of subcutaneous emphysema and lack of extraluminal fluid collections was documented by CT scan. Early diagnosis allowed for successful treatment with intravenous antibiotics.