Abstract
Cases of acquired benign fistula of the respiratory tree and esophagus have been reported in relation to Myobacterium tuberculosis and trauma. Fistula formation between the trachea and a Zenker's diverticulum is a similar type of condition in which nutritional and immunological deficiencies can rapidly result in further complications which may mimic a malignancy. Spontaneous fistula formation and vocal cord paralysis may result. Surgical management of this condition includes interposing viable muscle between the esophagus and trachea at the repair site.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 349-352 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Annals of Otology, Rhinology and Laryngology |
Volume | 92 |
Issue number | 4 I |
State | Published - 1983 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Otorhinolaryngology