The fiberoptic approach to dilation of stenotic lesions of the esophagus

The method of esophageal dilation, using a wire-guided bougie inserted through a fiberoptic esophagoscope, is reviewed in 18 patients with esophageal stenosis of various causes requiring 33 dilations. The method produced the desired results in all cases and was unassociated with any serious complica...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Gastrointestinal endoscopy 1977-05, Vol.23 (4), p.201-202
Hauptverfasser:	Olsen, Harvey W., Lawrence, William A., Bottarini, Ginny, Pises, Pracha
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Deglutition Disorders - complications Dilatation Esophageal Stenosis - complications Esophageal Stenosis - therapy Esophagitis, Peptic - complications Esophagoscopy - methods Fiber Optic Technology Humans
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Zusammenfassung:	The method of esophageal dilation, using a wire-guided bougie inserted through a fiberoptic esophagoscope, is reviewed in 18 patients with esophageal stenosis of various causes requiring 33 dilations. The method produced the desired results in all cases and was unassociated with any serious complications or discomfort to the patient.
ISSN:	0016-5107 1097-6779
DOI:	10.1016/S0016-5107(77)73652-1