Intrathoracic esophageal perforation with the Angelchik antireflux prosthesis: report of a new complication.

Esophageal perforation associated with migration of an Angelchik antireflux prosthesis into the thorax is reported. After initial nonoperative management, this patient was treated by an esophagogastrectomy with a favorable outcome. The complications associated with this prosthesis are reviewed briefly.