Esophagectomy Outcomes in Patients Aged 70+ Years: Age Matters
For patients aged 70 and older undergoing esophagectomy, surgical outcomes are influenced more by intraoperative factors than by age alone.
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Feeding Duodenostomy After Esophagectomy is Safe and Feasible
Duodenostomy tube placement using the round ligament of the liver is a promising alternative for enteral nutrition after minimally invasive esophagectomy, significantly reducing the risk of severe postoperative complications.
Patterns of Recurrence in Esophagogastric Junction Adenocarcinoma
This study identifies key predictors of recurrence in esophagogastric junction adenocarcinoma (AEG) after treatment, emphasizing the significant role of distant recurrence in patient outcomes.
Durability of the Posterior Rectus Sheath Flap for Hiatal Repair
Vascularized posterior rectus sheath flap (PORSHA) shows promising results for complex paraesophageal hernia repair, with low recurrence rates and minimal donor-site morbidity.
Robotic Surgery Equally Effective for Esophagogastric Adenocarcinoma
Robotic surgical resection for Siewert II/III adenocarcinoma at the gastro-esophageal junction shows comparable overall survival to both laparoscopic and open techniques.
Gastric Cancer Recurrence Drastically Impacts Survival
Recurrence after curative gastrectomy significantly reduces survival, especially in patients with high lymph node ratios (LNR).
Impact of Anastomotic Leak Severity on Survival After Esophagectomy
Severity of esophageal anastomotic leak significantly affects long-term survival and complications in patients post-esophagectomy.
Improved Cardiorespiratory Fitness with Rehabilitation After UGI Cancer Surgery
A randomized trial shows that a 12-week multidisciplinary rehabilitation program significantly enhances cardiorespiratory fitness in survivors of upper gastrointestinal cancer surgery compared to standard care.
Duodenal Stump Leakage After Gastrectomy: Key Findings
Postoperative duodenal stump leakage occurs in 2.6% of gastric cancer patients and is associated with a 90-day mortality rate of 17.2%, emphasizing the need for preventive strategies.
Endoscopic Grading of Gastric Intestinal Metaplasia Shows High Accuracy
Endoscopic grading of gastric intestinal metaplasia (EGGIM) effectively identifies extensive disease with high sensitivity and specificity, enhancing patient risk stratification for surveillance.