Single-port subcostal robotic esophagectomy is safe and feasible for esophageal cancer, with significant benefits for patient recovery.
- R0 resection achieved in 100% of cases; mean lymph node yield was 30.
- No intraoperative complications; mean total operative time was 324 minutes.
- Postoperative complications included 8% pneumonia and 8% anastomotic leaks, all managed endoscopically.
This technique supports rapid recovery, low pain scores, and shorter hospital stays, making it a viable option for surgical practice.
Journal Article by Lozanovski VJ, Bellaio L (…) Grimminger PP et 6 al. in Surg Endosc
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