Minimally invasive treatment of esophageal perforation using a multidisciplinary treatment algorithm: a case series

Prospective evaluation of the use of fully covered self-expanding metal stents for EUS-guided transmural drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts

“…Because of their removability, CSEMSs are being used increasingly in benign biliary and esophageal strictures [12][13][14][15] and to facilitate closure of perforations of the esophagus. 16,17 Moreover, they have also been studied in a few patients for pseudocyst drainage. 9 Our study demonstrates that EUS-guided pancreatic pseudocyst drainage by the use of CSEMSs is technically feasible.…”

A comprehensive approach to the management of acute endoscopic perforations (with videos)

“…In two studies, oral intake was initiated at approximately 3 days after covered stent placement for esophageal perforations. 71,72 We believe oral intake of liquids can be resumed on the fourth or fifth day. Surgical intervention is mandatory if endoscopic closure or stent diversion is not possible or is unsuccessful or in the setting of clinical deterioration despite endoscopic and percutaneous (see the following) intervention.…”

Endoscopic “rescue” treatment for gastrointestinal perforations, anastomotic dehiscence and fistula

“…Only few studies assessed the optimal timing to resume oral intake in patients with endoscopically treated esophageal perforations. Dai [2,31,32].…”