Esophageal Perforation
Alternate Names : Perforation of the Esophagus
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Symptoms & Signs
The main symptom is pain at first, but the condition can progress to shock and even death if untreated.
For patients with perforation of the uppermost portion of the esophagus, neck pain or stiffness and air bubbles underneath the skin may be present.
For patients with perforation of the mid-portion or lower-most portion of the esophagus, difficulty swallowing, chest pain and difficulty breathing may be present.
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