Abstract
Background
The optimal treatment strategy of esophageal high-grade dysplasia (HGD) and superficial adenocarcinoma remains controversial.
Methods
Here, we describe endoscopic, circumferential mucosal-submucosal en-bloc resection of the entire abnormal esophageal epithelium with extracellular matrix (ECM) placement to regenerate neoepithelium and minimize stricture. That procedure was then followed by a laparoscopic fundoplication as a novel esophageal-preserving approach to treat HGD and superficial adenocarcinoma in the face of chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Conclusions
This approach could be an ideal option as an alternative to esophagectomy in selected patients.
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Hoppo, T., Badylak, S.F. & Jobe, B.A. A Novel Esophageal-preserving Approach to Treat High-grade Dysplasia and Superficial Adenocarcinoma in the Presence of Chronic Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. World J Surg 36, 2390–2393 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00268-012-1698-6
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