gastrointestinal disorders
Esophageal Rupture
Treatment of Esophageal Rupture
Endoscopic stenting or surgical repair Pending surgical repair or endoscopic stenting, patients should receive broad-spectrum antibiotics (eg,gentamicinplusmetronidazoleorpiperacillin/tazobactam) and fluid resuscitation as needed for shock. Even with treatment, mortality is high. 