Nissen fundoplication is complete 360 degree but has high incidence of gas bloat. To counter, this modification done to wrap over 52 F tube for 1-2 cm
Belsey - Left thoracotomy, mobilization of distal esophagus and stomach, hiatus opened from above, fundus is brought 270 degrees around distal esophagus. Then the whole assembly is brought down and crura is repaired.
Hill procedure - No fundoplication is done
Toupet is anterior fundoplication either 240 degree or 270 degree.
Q) A 40-year-old man presents 4 days after severe vomiting with chest pain, fever, and breathlessness. On examination, his pulse is 110/min and blood pressure is 110/80 mmHg. Chest X-ray and CT scan show a left-sided pleural effusion with mediastinal air, suggestive of an esophageal perforation diagnosed approximately 96 hours after onset. What is the best management option?
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