Endoscopic clipping of a complicated esophageal perforation following pneumatic dilation for achalasia: A case study and literature review

Abstract

Abstract A transmural esophageal tear complicated by large size and unusual location was diagnosed in a 59‐year‐old man after undergoing pneumatic balloon dilation for achalasia. It was closed with six endo‐clips. The patient recovered and was discharged with ordinary diet 8 days later, after receiving supportive care for a week.

Keywords

• achalasia
• case report
• endoscopic clipping
• esophageal perforation
• pneumatic balloon dilation