Delayed Esophageal Perforation Diagnosed 12 Years After Anterior Cervical Diskectomy and Fusion: A Case Report and Review of Current Literature.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
10-13-2022
Publication Title
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global Research & Reviews
Abstract
Esophageal perforation associated with anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a rare but serious complication. ACDF-related esophageal perforations can be acute or delayed. Delayed perforations more than 10 years after ACDF are exceedingly rare. Here, a delayed esophageal perforation discovered 12 years after a three-level ACDF is presented. This case highlights two main points. First, all diverticula after an ACDF warrant close clinical monitoring. Second, routine follow-up should be performed for patients with screw pullout to assist in early diagnosis of delayed esophageal perforation.
Volume
6
Issue
10
First Page
22.00080
Last Page
22.00080
Recommended Citation
Zakko P, Rontal M, Park D. Delayed esophageal perforation diagnosed 12 years after anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion: a case report and review of current literature. J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev. 2022 Oct 13;6(10):e22.00080. doi: 10.5435/JAAOSGlobal-D-22-00080. PMID: 36227832.
DOI
10.5435/JAAOSGlobal-D-22-00080
ISSN
2474-7661
PubMed ID
36227832