Caustic Ingestion: New Insights & Guidelines for Thoracic Surgeons

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This lecture provides a comprehensive overview of caustic ingestion, emphasizing its significance in surgical practice. Attendees will gain insights into the mechanisms of injury, focusing on different caustic agents and their effects on the gastrointestinal tract. Diagnostic approaches will be explored, highlighting endoscopy, imaging, and biomarkers. Updated treatment guidelines will be discussed, covering initial stabilization, surgical criteria, and post-operative care. Through case...