A new esophageal plug

An esophageal fistula plug was constructed from polyvinyl chloride pipe at a material cost of approximately $3.50. The plug has a plastisol and metal washer and is held together with a hose clamp. The hose clamp is adjusted to exert light pressure on the neck by the washers to reduce scar tissue aro...

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Published in:Journal of range management 1985-03, Vol.38 (2), p.185-187
Main Authors: Walker, J.W, Stuth, J.W, Heitschmidt, R.K, Dowhower, S.L
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Catheterization
DIET
DIETA
ESOPHAGEAL FISTULA
Fistulas
Pipe fittings
Plastisols
Range management
REGIME ALIMENTAIRE
Scars
Technical Notes
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Summary:An esophageal fistula plug was constructed from polyvinyl chloride pipe at a material cost of approximately $3.50. The plug has a plastisol and metal washer and is held together with a hose clamp. The hose clamp is adjusted to exert light pressure on the neck by the washers to reduce scar tissue around the fistula. The size of the plug can be varied by changing the diameter of the pipe allowing it to be used as a fistula dialator.
ISSN:0022-409X
2162-2728
DOI:10.2307/3899268