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Hybrid Trans-thoracic Esophagectomy with Side-to-Side Stapled Intra-thoracic Esophagogastric Anastomosis for Esophageal Cancer

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Esophagectomy is the primary treatment modality for non-metastatic esophageal cancer. A trans-thoracic approach is used in most centers in the United States. Anastomotic complications, such as leakage and stricture, are associated with worse short-term and long-term outcomes. Recent data suggest that a side-to-side mechanical intra-thoracic esophagogastric anastomosis is associated with a reduced rate of anastomotic leaks and strictures. This article describes the technique of trans-thoracic hybrid esophagectomy with side-to-side intra-thoracic esophagogastric anastomosis for esophageal cancer.

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    Marco E. Allaix, Fernando A. Herbella & Marco G. Patti

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Allaix, M.E., Herbella, F.A. & Patti, M.G. Hybrid Trans-thoracic Esophagectomy with Side-to-Side Stapled Intra-thoracic Esophagogastric Anastomosis for Esophageal Cancer. J Gastrointest Surg 17, 1972–1979 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-013-2281-7

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