Table 3 Methods used to diagnose an esophageal perforation
From: Esophageal perforation in South of Sweden: Results of surgical treatment in 125 consecutive patients
Diagnostic tools | n:o of cases used n (%) | True positive n (%) | False negative n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
CAT-scan | 22 (18) | 21 (95) | 1 (5) |
Contrast plain film | 98 (78) | 91 (93) | 7 (7) |
Plain chest X-ray | 44 (35) | 38 (86) | 6 (14) |
Gastroscopy | 5 (4) | 4 (80) | 1 (20) |