RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Esophageal perforation: a complication of the Angelchik prosthesis JF Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine JO Cleve Clin J Med FD Cleveland Clinic SP 449 OP 451 VO 50 IS 4 A1 Lees, C. Douglas A1 Steiger, Ezra A1 Cosgrove, Delos M. YR 1983 UL http://www.ccjm.org/content/50/4/449.abstract AB The recent introduction of the Angelchik antireflux prosthesis has led to its widespread acceptance, especially in community hospitals. Long-term follow-up is not yet available, but there are recent reports of serious complications with this device. A case of perforation of the distal esophagus by an Angelchik prosthesis is presented, and the literature is reviewed. Caution is advised in the implantation of this prosthesis.