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An unusual complication of benign esophagobronchial fistula, secondary to a ruptured esophageal traction diverticulum, is reported and illustrated. The patient presented with a history of chronic, recurrent bronchitis and intermittent episodes of paroxysmal attacks of coughing and strangling on the ingestion of fluids (Ono's sign). A review of the literature with emphasis on the occurrence, pathogenesis, radiographic features, and clinical implications of esophageal traction diverticula is presented.
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Balthazar, E.J. Esophagobronchial fistula secondary to ruptured traction diverticulum. Gastrointest Radiol 2, 119–121 (1977). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02256481
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