Postoperative complications significantly hinder recovery in oesophageal cancer surgeries. Pneumonia emerges as the top threat to survival, potentially leading to an 8.3% reduction in mortality if avoided. Anastomotic leaks drive reoperations and extended hospital stays, with impacts of 39.8% and 56.9%, respectively. Respiratory failure dominates 90-day mortality risks at 53.5%. Remarkably, long-term quality of life remains unaffected by these complications, highlighting opportunities for improving surgical outcomes through targeted prevention strategies.
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