The radiological management of oesophageal food bolus obstruction using a gas-forming agent and barium

Auris Nasus Larynx. 2003 Feb;30(1):103-5. doi: 10.1016/s0385-8146(02)00054-8.

Abstract

Removal of an impacted food bolus in the lower oesophagus at rigid oesophagoscopy is challenging and carries a significant risk of perforation. We present two cases which were successfully disimpacted radiologically, in order to raise awareness among otolaryngologists of this therapeutic option.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Barium Sulfate / therapeutic use*
  • Citric Acid / therapeutic use*
  • Contrast Media / therapeutic use*
  • Drug Combinations
  • Esophageal Stenosis / diagnostic imaging
  • Esophageal Stenosis / etiology
  • Esophageal Stenosis / therapy*
  • Food*
  • Foreign Bodies / complications
  • Foreign Bodies / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Radiography
  • Simethicone / therapeutic use
  • Sodium Bicarbonate / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Drug Combinations
  • citric acid, sodium bicarbonate drug combination
  • Barium Sulfate
  • Citric Acid
  • Simethicone
  • Sodium Bicarbonate