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Practical observations on organic obstruction of the oesophagus; preceded by a case which called for oesophagotomy and subsequent opening of the trachea.

Publication Details

Amer. J. med. Sci., n.s. 8, 309-31. 1844 CE.

First esophagotomy for relief of stricture of the esophagus.

Thematic Classifications

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Entry Number#3448
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