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Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.This study introduces the Hiki Index (HI), a novel radiographic metric based on upright abdominal X‐rays, to objectively assess postoperative gastric dilatation after gastrectomy. The HI demonstrated strong predictive value for gastrointestinal symptoms and the need for therapeutic intervention, offering a practical tool for early detection and ...
Hiroki Harada +9 more
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National Journal of Medical Research, 2019 Background: A minimally invasive approach to esophagectomy is being used increasingly, but concerns remain regarding the feasibility, safety, cost, and outcomes.
Dhruv Patel +4 more
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International Journal of General Medicine, 2022 Zhe Yin,1,* Ren-Mei Yang,1,* Yue-Quan Jiang,1 Qi Chen,2 Hua-Rong Cai1 1Department of Thoracic Surgery, Chongqing University Cancer Hospital, Chongqing Cancer Hospital, Chongqing, 400030, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Anesthesiology ...
Yin Z, Yang RM, Jiang YQ, Chen Q, Cai HR
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Management of Clinical T1N0M0 Esophageal Cancer
Gut and Liver, 2019 Background/Aims Endoscopic resection is a standard treatment for stage T1a esophageal cancer, with esophagectomy or radical radiation therapy (RT) performed for stage T1b lesions.
Andrew J. Yang +8 more
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Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 2022 Background Mediastinoscope and laparoscope-assisted esophagectomy for esophageal cancer occasionally causes postoperative accumulation of pleural effusion despite the preservation of the mediastinal pleura. Transhiatal chest drainage has been reported to
Katsuji Hisakura +9 more
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Rising C-Reactive Protein and Procalcitonin Levels Precede Early Complications After Esophagectomy [PDF]
, 2015 BACKGROUND: Elective esophagectomy with gastric tube reconstruction carries a high risk for complications. Early and accurate diagnosis could improve patient management.
Bommel, J. (Jasper) van +5 more
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Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.We systematically reviewed conversion therapy for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and propose a response‐based treatment strategy for cT4b and M1 disease. For cT4b, we emphasize definitive chemoradiotherapy with timed re‐evaluation and selective salvage or chemoselection to surgery; for M1, conversion is reserved for limited‐burden responders with ...
Eisuke Booka, Hiroya Takeuchi
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Cancer Control, 2020 Aims: Postoperative Atrial fibrillation (POAF) after esophagectomy may prolong stay in intensive care and increase risk of perioperative complications. A minimally invasive approach is becoming the preferred option for esophagectomy, yet its implications
LaiTe Chen MD +3 more
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Comparing open and minimally invasive surgical procedures for oesophagectomy in the treatment of cancer: the ROMIO (Randomised Oesophagectomy: Minimally Invasive or Open) feasibility study and pilot trial [PDF]
, 2015 Localised oesophageal cancer can be curatively treated with surgery (oesophagectomy) but the procedure is complex with a risk of complications, negative effects on quality of life and a recovery period of 6-9 months. Minimal-access surgery may accelerate
Avery, K +16 more
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Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, EarlyView.In this study, we investigated the impact of circular stapler size on both short‐term outcomes and long‐term QOL after McKeown esophagectomy. We revealed that short‐term outcomes, including anastomotic leakage and stenosis, did not differ between patients who underwent anastomosis with a 21 mm stapler and those with a 23 mm stapler.
Suguru Maruyama +9 more
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