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Ding J, Dai C, Cao W, Zhao X. Application of overlap anastomosis in digestive tract reconstruction during minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy. Updates Surg 2024; 76:495-503. [PMID: 37698809 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-023-01642-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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This study aims to assess the feasibility of the Overlap anastomosis technique in minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy. An accompanying video presentation elucidates our surgical procedures. A retrospective review of 46 patients diagnosed with middle and lower esophageal cancer was conducted. These patients underwent minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy with Overlap anastomosis between January 2019 and December 2020. A consistent team of surgeons performed all procedures. The initial phase involved laparoscopic stomach mobilization, intra-abdominal lymphadenectomies, and preparation of the tubular stomach. Subsequently, with the patient in the left decubitus position, thoracoscopy was used to dissect the esophagus, excise the diseased segment, and conduct mediastinal lymph node dissection. The final stage encompassed the intrathoracic gastroesophageal anastomosis using the Overlap method. All surgeries were completed without converting to an open approach, achieving complete resection. There were no operative fatalities, with an average surgery duration of 259.4 min. Average statistics included intraoperative blood loss of 92.3 ml, 16.2 lymph nodes dissected, and a postoperative hospital stay of 10.3 days. Postoperative complications comprised three instances of hoarseness due to recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy, two cases of aspiration pneumonia, one occurrence of chylothorax, and one gastric emptying disorder. Anastomotic technique-related complications were minimal, with only one patient experiencing an anastomotic leak that resolved spontaneously and two patients facing anastomotic stenosis, which was subsequently alleviated. Our findings posit that the Overlap anastomosis method is safe and efficient for minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy, marked by a notably low rate of anastomosis-related complications. Further evaluation of its long-term implications remains necessary.
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- Jifei Ding
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Second Hospital of Anhui Medical, University, Hefei, 230601, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Chest Surgery, Aunhui Chest Hospital, Hefei, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Second Hospital of Anhui Medical, University, Hefei, 230601, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Second Hospital of Anhui Medical, University, Hefei, 230601, People's Republic of China.
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Sano A, Sohda M, Hosoi N, Tateno K, Watanabe T, Nakazawa N, Shioi I, Shibasaki Y, Okada T, Osone K, Shiraishi T, Sakai M, Ogawa H, Okabe H, Shirabe K, Saeki H. A Novel Method for Thoracoscopic Overlap Esophagogastric Reconstruction With Pleural Closure following Minimally Invasive Ivor-Lewis Esophagectomy for Esophagogastric Junction Cancer. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2024; 34:108-112. [PMID: 38091490 DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000001250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/04/2024]
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BACKGROUND Intrathoracic esophagogastric anastomosis following minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy is a technically demanding surgical technique that can result in serious intrathoracic infections when anastomotic leakage occurs. Herein, we report a novel side-overlap esophagogastric anastomosis with pleural closure for esophagogastric junction cancer. METHODS The 3 key points of our novel technique were the following: (1) overlap esophagogastric anastomosis and closure of the entry hole were all performed using a linear stapler; (2) the pleura was closed to separate the anastomotic site from the thoracic cavity; and (3) the mediastinal drain was inserted transhiatally from the abdominal cavity. RESULTS This modified anastomosis procedure was performed on 8 consecutive patients at our institution. The median overall/thoracoscopic operating time and estimated blood loss were 652.5/241.5 min and 89 mL, respectively. No mortality or serious postoperative complications occurred, and the median postoperative hospital stay was 22 days (range, 17 to 37 d). CONCLUSION This novel thoracoscopic overlap esophagogastric reconstruction procedure with pleural closure is safe and feasible.
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- Akihiko Sano
- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, New Tokyo Hospital, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of General Surgical Science, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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Booka E, Takeuchi H, Morita Y, Hiramatsu Y, Kikuchi H. What is the best reconstruction procedure after esophagectomy? A meta-analysis comparing posterior mediastinal and retrosternal approaches. Ann Gastroenterol Surg 2023; 7:553-564. [PMID: 37416735 PMCID: PMC10319624 DOI: 10.1002/ags3.12685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Revised: 04/05/2023] [Accepted: 04/13/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023] Open
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Thoracic esophagectomy is a particularly invasive and complicated surgical procedure, with a reconstruction of the gastrointestinal tract, such as the stomach, jejunum, or colon. The posterior mediastinal, retrosternal, and subcutaneous routes are the three possible esophageal reconstruction routes. Each route has advantages and disadvantages, and the optimal reconstruction route after esophagectomy remains controversial. Additionally, the best anastomotic techniques after esophagectomy in terms of location (Ivor Lewis or McKeown) and suturing (manual or mechanical) are debatable. Our meta-analysis investigating postoperative complications after esophagectomy between the posterior mediastinal and retrosternal routes revealed that the posterior mediastinal route was associated with a significantly lower anastomotic leakage rate than the retrosternal route (odds ratio = 0.78, 95% confidence interval: 0.70-0.87, p < 0.0001). Conversely, pulmonary complications (odds ratio = 0.80, 95% confidence interval: 0.58-1.11, p = 0.19) and mortality between the posterior mediastinal and retrosternal routes (odds ratio = 0.79, 95% confidence interval: 0.56-1.12, p = 0.19) were not significantly different. However, the incidence of pneumonia may be lower when using the retrosternal route rather than the posterior mediastinal route for performing minimally invasive esophagectomy. The McKeown procedure is oncologically necessary for tumors located above the carina to dissect upper mediastinal and cervical lymph nodes; however, the Ivor Lewis procedure offers perioperative and oncological safety for tumors located under the carina. An individualized treatment strategy for selecting the optimal reconstruction procedure can be proposed in future studies based on oncological and patient risk factors considering mid- to long-term quality of life.
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- Eisuke Booka
- Department of SurgeryHamamatsu University School of MedicineHamamatsuJapan
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- Department of SurgeryHamamatsu University School of MedicineHamamatsuJapan
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- Department of SurgeryHamamatsu University School of MedicineHamamatsuJapan
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- Department of SurgeryHamamatsu University School of MedicineHamamatsuJapan
- Department of Perioperative Functioning Care and SupportHamamatsu University School of MedicineHamamatsuJapan
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- Department of SurgeryHamamatsu University School of MedicineHamamatsuJapan
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You J, Zhang H, Li W, Dai N, Lu B, Ji Z, Zhuang H, Zheng Z. Intrathoracic versus cervical anastomosis in esophagectomy for esophageal cancer: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2022.05.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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You J, Zhang H, Li W, Dai N, Lu B, Ji Z, Zhuang H, Zheng Z. Intrathoracic versus cervical anastomosis in esophagectomy for esophageal cancer: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Surgery 2022; 172:575-583. [DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2022.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2021] [Revised: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/06/2022] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Clinical Benefits of Routine Feeding Jejunostomy Tube Placement in Patients Undergoing Esophagectomy. J Gastrointest Surg 2022; 26:733-741. [PMID: 35141836 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-022-05265-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Routine placement of a feeding jejunostomy tube (FJT) following esophagectomy remains controversial due to the risk of complications including small bowel obstruction (SBO). This study aimed to evaluate FJT placement following esophagectomy. METHODS This retrospective cohort study included consecutive 229 patients undergoing thoracoscopic esophagectomy between January 2010 and June 2020. Short-term outcomes, postoperative nutritional status, incidence of SBO, and long-term outcomes were compared between patients according to FJT placement. RESULTS The total operative duration was significantly longer in the FJT group compared to the no FJT group (P < 0.0001); however, no differences in overall or severe postoperative morbidity were observed. Body weight loss at discharge was significantly attenuated in patients with FJT (5% vs 7%, P = 0.001). Serum cholinesterase levels were significantly higher in patients with FJT (P = 0.002), while no difference was observed in serum albumin levels. At 6-month follow-up, no statistically significant differences were observed in serological markers or percentage body weight. The incidence of SBO was significantly higher in the FJT group (P = 0.006). The 5-year incidence of SBO was 12%. Patients in the FJT group had higher progression-free and overall survival compared to patients in the no FJT group (P = 0.041 and P = 0.033, respectively). A similar trend toward better survival in the FJT group was observed after propensity score matching. CONCLUSIONS Routine placement of FJT significantly improves postoperative nutritional status and may contribute to improved long-term survival but is associated with increased long-term risk of SBO.
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Fabbi M, De Pascale S, Ascari F, Petz WL, Fumagalli Romario U. Side-to-side esophagogastric anastomosis for minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy: operative technique and short-term outcomes. Updates Surg 2021; 73:1837-1847. [PMID: 33900550 PMCID: PMC8500894 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-021-01054-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2021] [Accepted: 04/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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Totally minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy (TMIIL) is associated to lower rate of post-operative complication, decreases length of hospital stay and improves quality of life compared to open approach. Nevertheless, adaptation of TMIIL still proceeds at slow pace, mainly due to the difficulty to perform the intra-thoracic anastomosis and heterogeneity of surgical techniques. We present our experience with TMIIL utilizing a stapled side-to-side anastomosis. We retrospectively evaluated 36 patients who underwent a planned TMIIL from January 2017 to September 2020. Esophagogastric anastomoses were performed using a 3-cm linear-stapled side-to-side technique. General features, operative techniques, pathology data and short-term outcomes were analyzed. The median operative time was 365 min (ranging from 240 to 480 min) with a median blood loss of 100 ml (50–1000 ml). The median overall length of stay was 13 (7–64) days and in-hospital mortality rate was 2.8%. Two patients (5.6%) had an anastomotic leak, without need for operative intervention and another patient developed an anastomotic stricture, resolved with a single endoscopic dilation. Chylothorax occurred in three patients; two of these required a surgical intervention. Pulmonary complications occurred in six patients (16.7%). Based on Comprehensive Complications Index (CCI), median values of complications were 27.9 (ranging from 20.9 to 100). The results of our study suggest that TMIIL with a 3-cm linear-stapled anastomosis seems to be safe and effective, with low rates of post-operative anastomotic leak and stricture.
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- Manrica Fabbi
- Department of Digestive Surgery, European Institute of Oncology (IRCCS), 20141, Milan, Italy.
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, European Institute of Oncology (IRCCS), 20141, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, European Institute of Oncology (IRCCS), 20141, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, European Institute of Oncology (IRCCS), 20141, Milan, Italy
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A long-term follow-up study of minimally invasive Ivor Lewis esophagectomy with linear stapled anastomosis. Surg Endosc 2021; 36:1979-1988. [PMID: 33837477 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08482-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2020] [Accepted: 03/28/2021] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) is increasingly performed to expect lower complication rate compared to open esophagectomy. Studies of minimally invasive Ivor Lewis esophagectomy (MIILE) with circular staplers have reported better outcomes compared to MIE with cervical anastomosis, but frequent anastomotic complications have also been reported. MIILE with linear staplers is a promising alternative, but the long-term functional and oncological outcomes are uncertain. METHODS To evaluate the functional and oncological outcomes of MIILE with linear stapled anastomosis, a retrospective cohort study was performed in 104 patients who underwent MIILE with linear stapled anastomosis for esophageal malignant tumors. The primary endpoints were the overall complication and anastomotic leak rates. The secondary endpoints were late complications, overall and disease-free survival, and nutritional status at 6 and 12 months after MIILE. RESULTS Anastomotic leak occurred in 4 patients (3.8%). The short-term complication rate of grade IIIb or higher was 6.7%. During a median 57-month follow-up period, anastomotic stricture occurred in one patient, 7 required hiatal hernia repair, and 2 underwent conduit revision surgery. The 5-year overall survival and disease-free survival rates were 69.3% and 59.5%, respectively. Status of reflux esophagitis at the time of most recent evaluation was grade N/A/B/C/D in 52/10/10/13/8 among 93 patients who had follow-up endoscopy. The mean body weight loss at 6 and 12 months after MIILE was 11.3 and 11.8% with maintenance of the serum albumin level. CONCLUSIONS MIILE with linear stapled anastomosis is a safe procedure with a low anastomotic complication rate and favorable long-term functional and survival outcomes.
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Chronological Changes in Skeletal Muscle Mass Two Years after Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy: A Prospective Cohort Study. Surg Endosc 2021; 36:1527-1535. [PMID: 33755788 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08440-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2020] [Accepted: 03/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Preoperative loss of skeletal muscle mass, defined as sarcopenia, has been reported to be associated with higher incidence of complications following esophagectomy in patients with esophageal cancer. Although skeletal muscle loss promotes disability and reduced quality of life (QOL), only a few studies have focused on changes in skeletal muscle mass after surgery. This prospective cohort study aimed to evaluate the chronological changes in skeletal muscle mass after minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE). METHODS Patients with esophageal cancer scheduled to undergo MIE at our institution were prospectively registered. Skeletal muscle mass was evaluated before and 2, 6, 12, and 24 months after surgery. The effects of preoperative sarcopenia on surgical outcomes and chronological changes in skeletal muscle mass were evaluated. RESULTS Among the 71 eligible preoperative patients, 29 (40.8%) were diagnosed with sarcopenia. Patients with sarcopenia had significantly higher incidences of total (79.3% vs 52.4%, p = 0.026) and gastrointestinal (37.9% vs 11.9%, p = 0.019) complications and a significantly longer length of hospital stay (31 vs 23 days, p = 0.005) than those without sarcopenia. The median skeletal muscle mass index (kg/m2) was 7.09 before surgery, which decreased to 6.46 two months after surgery (- 7.2%, P < 0.01). Thereafter, values of 6.90, 6.86, and 7.06 were reported at 6, 12, and 24 months after surgery, respectively. CONCLUSION Patients with preoperative sarcopenia developed more postoperative complications than those without it. Additionally, patients experienced a decrease in skeletal muscle mass during the early postoperative period following MIE. Further research on perioperative countermeasures to prevent skeletal muscle loss during the early postoperative period and to prevent postoperative complications is necessary for patients undergoing MIE.
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Tsunoda S, Obama K, Hisamori S, Nishigori T, Okamura R, Maekawa H, Sakai Y. Lower Incidence of Postoperative Pulmonary Complications Following Robot-Assisted Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy for Esophageal Cancer: Propensity Score-Matched Comparison to Conventional Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy. Ann Surg Oncol 2020; 28:639-647. [PMID: 32892268 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-020-09081-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2020] [Accepted: 07/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Whether robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery (RAMIE) is more beneficial than conventional minimally invasive surgery (MIE) remains unclear. METHODS In total, 165 consecutive patients with esophageal carcinoma who underwent esophagectomy between January 2015 and April 2020 were retrospectively assessed. A 1:1 propensity score matching analysis was performed to compare the short-term outcomes between RAMIE and conventional MIE. RESULTS After matching, 45 patients were included in the RAMIE and conventional MIE groups. RAMIE had a significantly longer total operative time (708 vs. 612 min, P < 0.001) and thoracic operative time (348 vs. 285 min, P < 0.001) than conventional MIE. However, there were no significant differences in terms of oncological outcomes, such as R0 resection rate and number of resected lymph nodes. The overall postoperative morbidity (Clavien-Dindo [C-D] grade II or higher) rate of RAMIE and conventional MIE were 51% and 73% (P = 0.03), respectively, and the severe postoperative morbidity (C-D grade III or higher) rates were 11% and 29% (P = 0.04), respectively. The incidence rate of recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy was halved in RAMIE (7%) compared with conventional MIE (20%) (P = 0.06). Finally, the pulmonary complication rate (18%) was significantly lower in patients who underwent RAMIE than in those who underwent conventional MIE (44%) (P = 0.006). CONCLUSIONS RAMIE was safe and feasible, even during the early period of its application at a specialized center. Moreover, it may be a promising alternative to conventional MIE, with better short-term outcomes, including significantly lower incidence of pulmonary complications.
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- Shigeru Tsunoda
- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan.,Patients Safety Unit, Kyoto University Hospital, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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Díez Del Val I, Loureiro González C, Asensio Gallego JI, Bettonica Larrañaga C, Leturio Fernández S, Eizaguirre Letamendia E, Miró Martín M, García Fernández MM, Martí Gelonch L, Aranda Danso H, Barrenetxea Asua J, Estremiana García F, Ortiz Lacorzana J, Farran Teixidó L. Minimally invasive and robotic surgery in the surgical treatment of esophagogastric junction cancer. Cir Esp 2019; 97:451-458. [PMID: 31047649 DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2019.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2019] [Revised: 03/17/2019] [Accepted: 03/19/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Minimally invasive surgery provides for the treatment of esophagogastric junction tumors under safe conditions, reducing respiratory and abdominal wall complications. Recovery is improved, while maintaining the oncological principles of surgery to obtain an optimal long-term outcome. It is important to have a sufficient volume of activity to progress along the learning curve with close expert supervision in order to guarantee R0 resection and adequate lymphadenectomy. Minimal invasiveness ought not become an objective in itself. Should total gastrectomy be performed, the risk of a positive proximal margin makes intraoperative biopsy compulsory, without ruling out a primary open approach. Meanwhile, minimally invasive esophagectomy has been gaining ground. Its main difficulty, the intrathoracic anastomosis, can be safely carried out either with a mechanical side-to-side suture or a robot-assisted manual suture, thanks to the 3-D vision and versatility of the instruments.
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- Ismael Díez Del Val
- Sección de Cirugía esofagogástrica, Hospital Universitario Basurto, Bilbao, España.
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- Sección de Cirugía esofagogástrica, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, España
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- Sección de Cirugía esofagogástrica, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, España
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- Sección de Cirugía esofagogástrica, Hospital Universitario Donostia, Donostia-San Sebastián, España
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- Sección de Cirugía esofagogástrica, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, España
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- Sección de Cirugía esofagogástrica, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, España
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- Sección de Cirugía esofagogástrica, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, España
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Zhang H, Chen L, Geng Y, Zheng Y, Wang Y. Modified anastomotic technique for thoracolaparoscopic Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy: early outcomes and technical details. Dis Esophagus 2017; 30:1-5. [PMID: 28375449 DOI: 10.1093/dote/dow021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2016] [Accepted: 11/20/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Thoracoscopic intrathoracic esophagogastrostomy is a technically demanding operation; these technical requirements restrict the extensive application of minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy. In an attempt to reduce the difficulty of this surgical procedure, this study developed a modified anastomotic technique for thoracolaparoscopic Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy. During the entirety of this modified approach, neither technically challenging operations such as intrathoracic suturing or knotting, nor special instruments such as an OrVil system or a reverse-puncture head are required. Between October 2015 and January 2016, 15 consecutive patients with cancer in the distal third of the esophagus or the gastric cardia underwent this modified surgical procedure. The good short-term outcomes that were achieved suggest that the modified anastomotic technique is safe and feasible for thoracolaparoscopic Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy.
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Zhang H, Chen L, Geng Y, Zheng Y, Wang Y. Modified anastomotic technique for thoracolaparoscopic Ivor Lewis esophagectomy: early outcomes and technical details. Dis Esophagus 2017; 30:1-5. [PMID: 27766713 DOI: 10.1111/dote.12534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Thoracoscopic intrathoracic esophagogastrostomy is a technically demanding operation; these technical requirements restrict the extensive application of minimally invasive Ivor Lewis esophagectomy. In an attempt to reduce the difficulty of this surgical procedure, we developed a modified anastomotic technique for thoracolaparoscopic Ivor Lewis esophagectomy. During the entirety of this modified approach, neither technically challenging operations such as intrathoracic suturing, or knotting, nor special instruments such as an OrVil system or a reverse-puncture head are required. Between Octomber 2015 and January 2016, 15 consecutive patients with cancer in the distal third of the esophagus or the gastric cardia underwent this modified surgical procedure. The good short-term outcomes that were achieved suggest that the modified anastomotic technique is safe and feasible for thoracolaparoscopic Ivor Lewis esophagectomy.
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- Hanlu Zhang
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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Ninomiya I, Okamoto K, Tsukada T, Oyama K, Kinoshita J, Makino I, Miyashita T, Tajima H, Fushida S, Ohta T. Thoracoscopic Esophagojejunostomy in the Upper Mediastinum After Thoracoscopic Esophagectomy with Total Gastrectomy. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2016; 26:715-20. [PMID: 27093095 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2016.0056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Esophagectomy and esophageal reconstruction with organs other than the gastric tube are complicated and difficult surgical procedures. We developed a new method of thoracoscopic esophagectomy with intrathoracic esophagojejunostomy in the upper mediastinum when the gastric tube cannot be used as an esophageal substitute for reconstruction. MATERIALS AND METHODS Total gastrectomy, preparation of pedicled jejunal conduit, and transhiatal lower mediastinal dissection were done under laparotomy. Upper and middle mediastinal dissection was performed thoracoscopically. After esophageal transection with a linear stapler above the arch of the azygos vein, an anvil was inserted transorally. A circular stapler-inserted jejunal conduit was introduced to the upper mediastinum via the transhiatal route with relaparotomy. Esophagojejunostomy was completed by double stapling technique. RESULTS We completed this procedure for 10 consecutive cases without conversion to thoracotomy. The median operation time, amount of blood loss, duration of intrathoracic anastomosis, and number of dissected total and thoracic nodes was 741 (665-1019) minutes, 835 (380-2090) ml, 94.5 (70-211) minutes, and 59 (16-165) and 30 (10-54) nodes, respectively. There was no anastomotic leakage, conduit necrosis, or hospital mortality. Two cases showed delayed anastomotic stenosis. The median body weight loss 3 months after surgery was 13.9%. The overall 5-year survival rate was 90% (stage I, 100% and stage III, 83.3%). CONCLUSIONS Thoracoscopic esophagectomy with intrathoracic esophagojejunostomy is safe and curative. This operation can be performed as a minimally invasive surgical procedure for esophageal cancer patients in whom the stomach cannot be used as a reconstruction conduit.
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- Itasu Ninomiya
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Kanazawa University , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
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Irino T, Tsai JA, Ericson J, Nilsson M, Lundell L, Rouvelas I. Thoracoscopic side-to-side esophagogastrostomy by use of linear stapler-a simplified technique facilitating a minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis operation. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2016; 401:315-22. [PMID: 26960591 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-016-1396-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2015] [Accepted: 03/01/2016] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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PURPOSE Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) has been met with increased interest for the surgical treatment of esophageal cancer. One critical obstacle for the implementation of MIE has been the intrathoracic anastomosis. In this study, we describe a technique of thoracoscopic intrathoracic anastomosis using a linear stapler in prone position and present the short-term outcomes of this procedure. METHODS This prospective pilot study included 46 consecutive patients with a cancer either of the gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) or the distal esophagus who underwent either total MIE or thoracoscopic-assisted esophagectomy followed by intrathoracic stapled side-to-side anastomosis. The short-term outcomes including postoperative complications were recorded and analyzed. RESULTS This pilot study included 41 males (89 %) and 5 females (11 %) with a mean age of 65.7 years. The majority had adenocarcinoma (93 %). Before surgery, 4 patients (8.7 %) had an incomplete endoscopic submucosal resection, 5 patients (11 %) received chemotherapy alone, and 33 patients (71 %) had chemoradiotherapy. Mean operation time was 408 minutes. Postoperative complications classified as Clavien-Dindo Grade IIIa or more severe occurred in 7 patients (15 %), of whom 4 patients (8.7 %) developed anastomotic leakages without any need for intensive care. Another 2 patients (4.3 %) required intensive care due to aspiration pneumonia and acute renal failure. No in-hospital mortality was registered. Only one patient (2.2 %) with anastomotic leakage developed postoperative anastomotic stenosis requiring balloon dilatation. CONCLUSIONS The intrathoracic stapled side-to-side anastomosis technique seems to be feasible, safe, and easy to perform, associated with a limited postsurgical complication rate and a good functional outcome.
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- Tomoyuki Irino
- Center for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Center for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden.,Division of Surgery, CLINTEC, Karolinska Institute, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Center for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden.,Division of Surgery, CLINTEC, Karolinska Institute, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Center for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden.,Division of Surgery, CLINTEC, Karolinska Institute, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Center for Digestive Diseases, Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden. .,Division of Surgery, CLINTEC, Karolinska Institute, Huddinge, 141 86, Stockholm, Sweden.
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Nishigori T, Okabe H, Tanaka E, Tsunoda S, Hisamori S, Sakai Y. Sarcopenia as a predictor of pulmonary complications after esophagectomy for thoracic esophageal cancer. J Surg Oncol 2016; 113:678-84. [PMID: 26936808 DOI: 10.1002/jso.24214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 110] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2015] [Accepted: 02/12/2016] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Sarcopenia or loss of skeletal muscle mass has been identified as a poor prognostic factor for a wide variety of diseases and conditions. We investigated whether preoperative sarcopenia is associated with postoperative complications in patients undergoing esophagectomy for thoracic esophageal cancer. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of consecutive patients with thoracic esophageal cancer who underwent esophagectomy between September 2005 and July 2014 at Kyoto University Hospital. Skeletal muscle mass was assessed using preoperative computed tomographic scans by measuring the cross-sectional muscle area at the third lumbar vertebral level. RESULTS Among the 199 eligible patients, 149 (75%) were classified as having sarcopenia. There was no difference in the incidence of overall complications between the groups (risk ratio [RR]: 1.10, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.80-1.53, P = 0.54). However, pulmonary complications were significantly more frequent in the sarcopenia group than in the nonsarcopenia group (RR: 2.63, 95% CI: 1.20-5.77, P = 0.007). Multivariate analyses demonstrated that sarcopenia was associated with a high adjusted risk of one or more pulmonary complications (odds ratio: 2.96, 95% CI: 1.14-7.69, P = 0.026). CONCLUSIONS Sarcopenia independently predicts pulmonary complications after esophagectomy for thoracic esophageal cancer. J. Surg. Oncol. 2016;113:678-684. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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- Tatsuto Nishigori
- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan.,Department of Surgery, Otsu Municipal Hospital, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan.,Department of Surgery, Kobe City Medical Center West Hospital, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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Zhai C, Liu Y, Li W, Xu T, Yang G, Lu H, Hu D. A comparison of short-term outcomes between Ivor-Lewis and McKeown minimally invasive esophagectomy. J Thorac Dis 2016; 7:2352-8. [PMID: 26793358 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2072-1439.2015.12.15] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Only few comparative studies have been reported on the outcomes of minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) with intrathoracic anastomosis (MIE Ivor-Lewis) and MIE with cervical anastomosis (MIE McKeown) for patients with mid and lower esophageal cancer. The objective of this study is to compare the safety, feasibility, and short-term outcomes between two groups. METHODS Clinical and surgical data of patients with esophageal cancer who underwent either MIE Ivor-Lewis or MIE McKeown between January 2013 and October 2014 were retrospectively analyzed. Demographic characteristics, pathological data, operative procedures, and perioperative outcomes and survival in patients were compared between both groups. RESULTS Of the 72 patients included in this retrospective analysis, 32 underwent MIE Ivor-Lewis and 40 underwent MIE McKeown. Demographics, pathologic data, inpatient mortality, and surgical morbidity in both cohorts were almost identical. A significant difference was observed in Pulmonary complication (18.8% vs. 42.5%, P=0.032), Anastomotic leakage (9.4% vs. 30%, P=0.032), Anastomotic stenosis (12.5% vs. 35%, P=0.028), recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) injury (6.3% vs. 22.5%, P=0.034) between MIE Ivor-Lewis and MIE McKeown groups; however, no difference in operative time (312.6±82.0 vs. 339.4±80.0, P=0.249), blood loss (246.3±82.4 vs. 272.9±136.3, P=0.443), lymph nodes harvested (19.3±8.1 vs. 20.2±7.2, P=0.655) and 90-day mortality (3.1% vs. 5%, P=0.692) was observed between two groups. CONCLUSIONS The procedure of MIE Ivor-Lewis for esophageal cancer possesses advantages in perioperative outcomes and less complications compared with MIE McKeown.
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- Chunbo Zhai
- 1 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China ; 2 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Weifang people's Hospital, Weifang 261041, China ; 3 Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 105th Hospital of PLA, Hefei 230031, China
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- 1 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China ; 2 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Weifang people's Hospital, Weifang 261041, China ; 3 Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 105th Hospital of PLA, Hefei 230031, China
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- 1 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China ; 2 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Weifang people's Hospital, Weifang 261041, China ; 3 Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 105th Hospital of PLA, Hefei 230031, China
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- 1 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China ; 2 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Weifang people's Hospital, Weifang 261041, China ; 3 Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 105th Hospital of PLA, Hefei 230031, China
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- 1 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China ; 2 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Weifang people's Hospital, Weifang 261041, China ; 3 Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 105th Hospital of PLA, Hefei 230031, China
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- 1 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China ; 2 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Weifang people's Hospital, Weifang 261041, China ; 3 Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 105th Hospital of PLA, Hefei 230031, China
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- 1 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qilu Hospital, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China ; 2 Department of Thoracic Surgery, Weifang people's Hospital, Weifang 261041, China ; 3 Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 105th Hospital of PLA, Hefei 230031, China
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Berkelmans GHK, Kouwenhoven EA, Smeets BJJ, Weijs TJ, Silva Corten LC, van Det MJ, Nieuwenhuijzen GAP, Luyer MDP. Diagnostic value of drain amylase for detecting intrathoracic leakage after esophagectomy. World J Gastroenterol 2015; 21:9118-9125. [PMID: 26290638 PMCID: PMC4533043 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v21.i30.9118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2015] [Revised: 04/29/2015] [Accepted: 06/10/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To investigate the value of elevated drain amylase concentrations for detecting anastomotic leakage (AL) after minimally invasive Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy (MI-ILE).
METHODS: This was a retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data in two hospitals in the Netherlands. Consecutive patients undergoing MI-ILE were included. A Jackson-Pratt drain next to the dorsal side of the anastomosis and bilateral chest drains were placed at the end of the thoracoscopic procedure. Amylase levels in drain fluid were determined in all patients during at least the first four postoperative days. Contrast computed tomography scans and/or endoscopic imaging were performed in cases of a clinically suspected AL. Anastomotic leakage was defined as any sign of leakage of the esophago-gastric anastomosis on endoscopy, re-operation, radiographic investigations, post mortal examination or when gastro-intestinal contents were found in drain fluid. Receiver operator characteristic curves were used to determine the cut-off values. Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, risk ratio and overall test accuracy were calculated for elevated drain amylase concentrations.
RESULTS: A total of 89 patients were included between March 2013 and August 2014. No differences in group characteristics were observed between patients with and without AL, except for age. Patients with AL were older than were patients without AL (P = 0.01). One patient (1.1%) without AL died within 30 d after surgery due to pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome. Anastomotic leakage that required any intervention occurred in 15 patients (16.9%). Patients with proven anastomotic leakage had higher drain amylase levels than patients without anastomotic leakage [median 384 IU/L (IQR 34-6263) vs median 37 IU/L (IQR 26-66), P = 0.003]. Optimal cut-off values on postoperative days 1, 2, and 3 were 350 IU/L, 200 IU/L and 160 IU/L, respectively. An elevated amylase level was found in 9 of the 15 patients with AL. Five of these 9 patients had early elevations of their amylase levels, with a median of 2 d (IQR 2-5) before signs and symptoms occurred.
CONCLUSION: Measurement of drain amylase levels is an inexpensive and easy tool that may be used to screen for anastomotic leakage soon after MI-ILE. However, clinical validation of this marker is necessary.
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Novel T-shaped linear-stapled intrathoracic esophagogastric anastomosis for minimally invasive Ivor Lewis esophagectomy. Ann Thorac Surg 2015; 99:1459-63. [PMID: 25841842 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2014.12.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2014] [Revised: 11/06/2014] [Accepted: 12/02/2014] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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We report a novel T-shaped linear-stapled intrathoracic esophagogastric anastomosis for minimally invasive Ivor Lewis esophagectomy. A unique feature of this technique is a "gastric pouch" that is preserved proximal to the gastric conduit and which serves as the stapler-firing pathway to protect the gastric conduit. The linear stapler is placed through an auxiliary port in the seventh intercostal space on the right posterior axillary line and fired along the longitudinal axis of the thorax, without being constrained by limited intrathoracic space. This technique, which has been performed in 8 patients, is efficient, reliable, and easy to perform.
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Tanaka E, Okabe H, Kinjo Y, Tsunoda S, Obama K, Hisamori S, Sakai Y. Advantages of the prone position for minimally invasive esophagectomy in comparison to the left decubitus position: better oxygenation after minimally invasive esophagectomy. Surg Today 2014; 45:819-25. [PMID: 25387656 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-014-1061-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2014] [Accepted: 10/02/2014] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate whether minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) in the prone position has advantages over the left decubitus position. METHOD A total of 110 consecutive patients with esophageal cancer who had undergone MIE were included in the analysis. The clinical outcomes were compared between 51 patients treated in the prone position (prone group) and 59 patients treated in the left decubitus position (LD group). The main outcome was postoperative respiratory complications and postoperative oxygenation [arterial oxygen pressure/fraction of inspired oxygen (P/F ratio)]. The secondary outcomes included the length of the operation, blood loss, number of dissected lymph nodes, postoperative morbidities and mortality. RESULTS The P/F ratio after the operation was significantly higher in the prone group (0 h: P = 0.01, 12 h: P < 0.001). No significant differences were observed in the frequency of respiratory complications (P = 0.89). The blood loss in the prone group was significantly lower (P < 0.001), and the number of dissected intrathoracic lymph nodes was significantly higher (P = 0.03) than in the LD group. No significant differences were observed in the frequencies of overall postoperative complications. CONCLUSION MIE in the prone position preserves better oxygenation of patients during the early recovery period, and is associated with less blood loss and a larger number of dissected lymph nodes.
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- Eiji Tanaka
- Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54 Kawahara-cho, Shogoin, Sakyo-Ku, Kyoto, 606-8507, Japan,
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Wu W, Zhu Q, Chen L, Liu J. Technical and early outcomes of Ivor Lewis minimally invasive oesophagectomy for gastric tube construction in the thoracic cavity. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 2014; 18:86-91. [PMID: 24144805 PMCID: PMC3867051 DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivt448] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2013] [Revised: 09/02/2013] [Accepted: 09/05/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Ivor Lewis minimally invasive oesophagectomy (ILMIE) is a complex surgery aiming to remove an oesophageal tumour and to create a new gastric tube in the abdomen. The objective was to assess the technical and early outcomes of ILMIE for gastric tube construction in the thoracic cavity. METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted in 25 middle or lower oesophageal cancer patients treated with ILMIE between August and December 2012. A gastric tube was constructed in the thoracic cavity in all patients. The gastric tube and the oesophagus were anastomosed using a circular stapler. Clinical data (age, gender, pathological pattern and TNM stage), surgical data (operation time, intraoperative blood loss and intraoperative complications) and follow-up data (postoperative complications, length of stay, thoracic tube drainage time and time before eating) were assessed. RESULTS The mean age was 61 ± 8 years. Sixteen patients were male and 9 were female. Oesophageal cancer was located in the middle oesophagus in 5 cases and in the lower oesophagus in 20. No conversion to open surgery was performed. The mean operative time and intraoperative blood loss were 320 ± 63 min and 137 ± 95 ml, respectively. A mean of 2.4 ± 0.5 linear stapler cartridges was used per patient. A mean of 14.6 ± 5.4 lymph nodes was dissected per patient. Postoperative hospital stay was 13.2 ± 2.4 days. Intraoperative and postoperative complications occurred in 12% (3 of 25) and 20% (5 of 25) of patients, respectively, including 1 case of anastomotic fistula. The patients were followed up for a mean of 3.5 ± 1.2 months, and there was no relapse or death. CONCLUSIONS The construction of a gastric tube through the thoracic cavity using ILMIE is feasible and safe in patients with middle or lower oesophageal cancer. However, longer follow-up and larger sample sizes are needed to evaluate the oncological efficacy.
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China
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Hybrid trans-thoracic esophagectomy with side-to-side stapled intra-thoracic esophagogastric anastomosis for esophageal cancer. J Gastrointest Surg 2013; 17:1972-9. [PMID: 23835733 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-013-2281-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2013] [Accepted: 06/26/2013] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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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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