Rupture of the Distal Thoracic Esophagus following Blunt Trauma: Case Report

Rupture of the distal thoracic esophagus is an unusual injury following blunt abdominal trauma. We recently encountered this injury in a patient following a relatively minor motor vehicle accident. An improperly positioned seatbelt was presumed contributory in this case. Prevention of further contam...

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Veröffentlicht in:	The journal of trauma 1990-02, Vol.30 (2), p.214-217
Hauptverfasser:	MICON, LARRY, GEIS, LUCINDA, SIDERYS, HARRY, STEVENS, LARRY, RODMAN, GEORGE H.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Accidents, Traffic Esophagus - diagnostic imaging Esophagus - injuries Female Humans Middle Aged Radiography Rupture Seat Belts - adverse effects Wounds, Nonpenetrating - diagnostic imaging Wounds, Nonpenetrating - etiology
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