The use of endoscopic vacuum therapy for esophageal rupture

Abstract

The authors are demonstrating a positive outcome of treatment of a 52-year-old patient using endoscopic vacuum therapy for spontaneous rupture of the esophagus (Burhave syndrome). The patient was discharged after 15 days with epithelization of the defect. Thus, this method, in the form of a combination of use of a special polyurethane sponge and constant aspiration, prevented the development of complications and contributed to the reparation of esophageal rupture.