[Aorto-esophageal fistula caused by foreign body]

Chir Ital. 1999 Nov-Dec;51(6):467-70.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

Aortoesophageal fistula is a rare but fatal cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding. AEF develop progressively from the esophageal perforation caused by foreign body. Clinically, there is a medial chest pain, followed by hematemesis and finally terminal exsanguination. Diagnosis must be achieved during the free intervals in this triad of often rapidly succeeding signs.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aorta, Thoracic
  • Aortic Diseases / etiology*
  • Esophageal Fistula / etiology*
  • Foreign Bodies / complications*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Vascular Fistula / etiology*