Right thoracoscopically assisted oesophagectomy for cancer
- 1 February 1994
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in British Journal of Surgery
- Vol. 81 (2), 236-238
- https://doi.org/10.1002/bjs.1800810225
Abstract
Thoracoscopic mobilization was performed in nine patients with oesophageal cancer. Five principles emerged as essential for successful dissection: (1) the selection of patients with mobile oesophageal tumours without evidence of local invasion; (2) double-lumen anaesthesia and complete collapse of the right lung during surgery; (3) simultaneous use of a flexible gastroscope; (4) high-quality illumination; and (5) minimal blood loss during dissection. The surgeon should have adequate training in thoracic operations. Further experience should permit mediastinal lymph node dissection. Postoperative pulmonary complications were common, requiring prolonged intensive care management. Widespread adoption of the technique cannot be recommended.Keywords
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