Electronic Resource
Springer
Surgical endoscopy and other interventional techniques
4 (1990), S. 118-121
ISSN:
1432-2218
Keywords:
Esophageal small-cell carcinoma
;
Endoscopic treatment
;
Nd: YAG laser therapy
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Summary A case of primary carcinoma of the esophagus is presented that consisted of poorly differentiated small-cell carcinoma. The patient underwent endoscopic treatment, first with an Nd: YAG laser and, finally, with bougienage and the insertion of a prosthesis in order to relieve dysphagia and improve the nutritional status and quality of life. Even though it is generally uncommon for laser therapy to be chosen as a primary mode of treatment, the results obtained should permit to overcome this lack of confidence in the choice of laser treatment for small-cell carcinoma of the esophagus.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00591274
Permalink
| Library |
Location |
Call Number |
Volume/Issue/Year |
Availability |
