The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Vol 25, 568-568, Copyright © 1978 by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Retrograde esophageal dilation in children without the string
SS Saleh
A new technique for retrograde esophageal dilation is presented, which does
away with the indwelling string. The method utilizes a Teflon- coated
arterial guide wire, which is passed through the gastrostomy and, under
fluoroscopy, is directed up the esophagus and out the mouth. The wire is
followed by the string and dilators. This method avoids both embarrassment
caused by the string and occurence of the usual complications.