Lysine Pill-Induced Esophageal Perforation
Journal Title: Surgical Research – Open Journal - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Pill-induced esophagitis is being increasingly recognized, but remains largely underreported. Most patients suffer from self-limited pain but complications like esophageal hemorrhage, stricture, perforation and even death may occur. We present a rare case of esophageal perforation secondary to pill-induced esophagitis due to ingestion of Lysine tablets.
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James M. Nottingham
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