Self-expandable metal stent fixation with a temporary Overstitch Apollo® suture as a rescue therapy for a reluctant tuberculous esophageal-mediastinal fistula

Abstract

We present the case of a 79 y.o. male diagnosed with tuberculosis and mediastinal lymphadenopathy fistulizing in the esophageal lumen. Despite a number of treatments, including over-the scope (OVESCO) clip, the patient had intolerance for oral intake and repeated infections.