Massive distension of the esophageal stump after cervical esophagogastrostomy in psychiatric patients

Dis Esophagus. 2000;13(3):248-50. doi: 10.1046/j.1442-2050.2000.00121.x.

Abstract

We present two similar cases of huge distension of the esophageal stump after cervical esophagogastrostomy in two psychotic patients. Chronic use of anti-psychotic drugs, in combination with prolonged mild anastomotic stricture, may have contributed to this situation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anastomosis, Surgical
  • Antipsychotic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Deglutition Disorders / etiology
  • Esophageal Stenosis / surgery*
  • Esophagostomy / adverse effects*
  • Gastrostomy / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged

Substances

  • Antipsychotic Agents