Esophageal reconstruction using ilecolon in children--a report of ten cases
Wei, F.; Hu, T.; Luo, Q.; Liu, M.
Hua Xi Yi Ke da Xue Xue Bao 29(1): 92-94
1998
ISSN/ISBN: 0257-7712 PMID: 10683991 Document Number: 487764
The use of the ileocolon as a substitute for esophagus in children has been a well-established surgical procedure. Between 1992 and 1995, ten retrosternal esophageal substitutions using an ileocolic interposition were performed. The ages of the children ranged from 2 to 8 years. The esophageal strictures were secondary to ingestion of caustic liquid. No death occurred in the intra- and post-operation period. Cervical ileoesophageal anastomotic leaks took place in 2 cases as the early major postoperative complications, which healed spontaneously. Three cases of ileoesophageal anastomotic strictures were noted in the follow-up period. The surgical indications, the treatments of anastomotic leaks and strictures, and the importance of long-term follow-up were discussed.