Acute iatrogenic endoscopic perforations (AIEP) can lead to serious complications and death. If identified immediately, perforations can be closed endoscopically with a 90% success rate. Knowledge of AIEP may decrease the associated morbidity and mortality.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1053/j.gastro.2021.05.018

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