Thoracic Severity Scoring
Clinical Indicators
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Assess clinical markers to determine the severity and management pathway for esophageal perforation.
Guidelines & Evidence
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Last Review: 2026
Last Comprehensive Review: 2026
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Thoracic Severity Scoring
Select Findings
Assess clinical markers to determine the severity and management pathway for esophageal perforation.
Verified
Last Review: 2026
| Scenario | Typical Risk | Clinical Concern |
|---|---|---|
| Iatrogenic endoscopy injury | Variable | Early recognition improves survival |
| Blunt chest trauma | Low–moderate | Often delayed diagnosis |
| Penetrating trauma | High | Associated vascular/airway injury |
| Boerhaave syndrome | High | Rapid mediastinitis and sepsis |
| Delayed presentation >24h | Very high | Increased mortality risk |
Last Comprehensive Review: 2026
