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Log Odds of Lymph Nodes Enhance Risk Prediction Post-Esophagectomy

Researchers found that the log odds of positive lymph nodes significantly improve risk stratification for early recurrence after radical esophagectomy in cT3 esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.

  • Higher log odds predict early recurrence; significant cut-off at -2.69.
  • Patients with log odds > -2.69 have a 30% 5-year survival rate versus 66% for those ≤ -2.69 (p < 0.001).

This metric can guide tailored follow-ups and treatment decisions for better patient outcomes.

  • Lymph node counts and tumor location further refine risk assessments.

Journal Article by Park BJ, Hong TH (…) Kim DJ et 4 al. in Ann Surg Oncol

© 2026. Society of Surgical Oncology.

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