Esophageal Perforation Repair Treatment in India
About Esophageal Perforation Repair
Key Highlights
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Life-Saving Intervention: Directly addresses a critical, often fatal condition by sealing the leak.Infection Control: Involves thorough drainage of the chest cavity to treat and prevent mediastinitis and sepsis.Preservation of Esophageal Function: Aims to repair the esophagus to maintain normal swallowing and digestive continuity.listrongTailored Surgical Approach:/strong The technique (open, minimally invasive, or endoscopic) is customized based on the specific characteristics of the perforation./lilistrongMultidisciplinary Care:/strong Typically involves a team including gastroenterologists, thoracic surgeons, and critical care specialists for comprehensive management./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Iatrogenic perforation during endoscopic procedures like dilation or stent placement.
- Boerhaave's syndrome (spontaneous rupture from severe vomiting).
- Penetrating or blunt trauma to the chest or neck.
- Perforation caused by a foreign body ingestion.
- Perforation secondary to esophageal cancer or severe corrosive injury.
- Failure of conservative management (NPO, antibiotics, drainage) for small, contained perforations.
How to prepare
- Immediate stabilization, including intravenous fluids and broad-spectrum antibiotics.
- Diagnostic imaging confirmation via CT scan with oral contrast or esophagogram to locate the perforation.
- Nil Per Os (NPO - nothing by mouth) status to prevent further leakage.
- Placement of a nasogastric tube for decompression and nutritional support planning.
- Pre-operative counseling regarding the procedure's risks, benefits, and the expected recovery process.
- Optimization of any underlying medical conditions (e.g., diabetes, heart disease).
Risks & possible complications
- Anesthesia-related risks (reaction to medication, breathing problems).
- Persistent leak or failure of the repair, requiring further intervention.
- Formation of an esophageal stricture (narrowing) after healing.
- Infection, including deep surgical site infection, empyema, or ongoing mediastinitis.
- Bleeding or injury to surrounding structures like nerves, blood vessels, or the trachea.
- Respiratory complications such as pneumonia or pleural effusion.
- Long-term need for feeding access (e.g., jejunostomy tube) if oral intake is delayed.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for close monitoring of vital signs and infection control.
- Continued intravenous antibiotics and nutritional support (often via a feeding tube) for several days to weeks.
- A repeat imaging study (contrast swallow) is performed after 5-7 days to confirm the repair is sealed before initiating oral liquids.
- Gradual advancement of diet from clear liquids to soft foods over several weeks.
- Pain management with medications and breathing exercises to prevent lung complications.
- Follow-up appointments with the surgical gastroenterologist to monitor healing, manage any strictures, and assess swallowing function.
- Avoidance of heavy lifting and strenuous activity for the prescribed period.
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Typical hospital stay:
10-21 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering esophageal perforation repair in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for esophageal perforation repair in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform esophageal perforation repair. MediFyr helps you compare surgical gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for esophageal perforation repair compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Esophageal Perforation Repair in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated surgical gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing esophageal perforation repair.
Chennai, India
250 DoctorsNavya Johnson, a 42-year-old high school...
Navya Johnson, a 42-year-old high school biology teacher and mother of two, had always been healthy. Her ordeal began with what felt like severe heartburn after a stressful parent-teacher conference, followed by a sudden, sharp chest pain while eating dinner. Over the next 24 hours, she developed a fever and worsening pain that radiated to her back. A CT scan in the ER revealed a small perforation in her lower esophagus, likely from forceful vomiting related to a previously undiagnosed hiatal hernia. The surgical gastroenterologist, Dr. Evans, explained that the leak of digestive fluids into her chest cavity was causing a life-threatening infection (mediastinitis) and required urgent surgical repair. Navya was terrified, not just for herself but for her young children. The surgery, performed minimally invasively (thoracoscopically), involved cleaning the infected area and patching the tear with a small piece of muscle. Post-operatively, she spent a week in the hospital on IV nutrition and antibiotics, grappling with fear and frustration. After discharge, a slow recovery at home followed, with a liquid diet for several weeks. Six months later, Navya has regained her strength and returned to teaching. The emotional journey was profound, from initial terror and vulnerability to immense gratitude. She now advocates for listening to one's body and no longer dismisses 'just heartburn.'
Surgical Gastroenterologists for Esophageal Perforation Repair
Explore experienced surgical gastroenterologists who regularly perform esophageal perforation repair and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 35 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 10 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
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Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 33 Years Experience
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- 19 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 17 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 11 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 16 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 12 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 30 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai
- 25 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai
- 29 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai
- 18 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 22 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 4 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
- 14 Years Experience
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