[Intubation of the esophagus for malignant stricture].
1979
H Vejlsted, and
J Funding, and
E Halkier
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D007440
Intubation
Introduction of a tube into a hollow organ to restore or maintain patency if obstructed. It is differentiated from CATHETERIZATION in that the insertion of a catheter is usually performed for the introducing or withdrawing of fluids from the body.
Intubations
D008875
Middle Aged
An adult aged 45 - 64 years.
Middle Age
D004940
Esophageal Stenosis
A stricture of the ESOPHAGUS. Most are acquired but can be congenital.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000328
Adult
A person having attained full growth or maturity. Adults are of 19 through 44 years of age. For a person between 19 and 24 years of age, YOUNG ADULT is available.
Adults
D000368
Aged
A person 65 years of age or older. For a person older than 79 years, AGED, 80 AND OVER is available.