Treatment of late complication of colon interposition for corrosive esophageal burns

Abstract

Colon redundancy and adhesional obstruction after colonic interposition for corrosive esophageal burns, leading to poor quality of life and malnutrition in young adults, often require surgical revision. Herein, we present our lessons and experiences regarding managements of the late and untoward complications which occurred in the postoperative 15th year following the initial colon interposition. And we review the literatures in the discussion. Prolonged surgical follow-up and appropriate management of coloplasty dysfunction are important for long-term success after colon interposition for corrosive esophageal burns.