Minimally invasive esophagectomy (TMIE) was associated with improved disease-free survival (DFS) postoperatively compared to open esophagectomy (OE), while both TMIE and hybrid minimally invasive esophagectomy (HMIE) were linked to enhanced overall survival (OS). TMIE showed increased rates of R0 resection and nodal yield, suggesting improved surgical quality. This European multicenter study suggests TMIE as a favorable approach for esophageal cancer.
Journal Article by Henckens SP, Schuring N (…) Gisbertz SS et 9 al. in Ann Surg
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