Hand-assisted technique beneficial for laparoscopic transhiatal esophagectomy with en-bloc dissection of middle and lower mediastinal lymph nodes: roles of the operator ’s left hand

ConclusionsIn our surgical procedure, a specific technique of the operator ’s left hand was essential and resulted in a good surgical view of the mediastinum, anden-bloc dissection of M&L mediastinal LNs was performed safely.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s10388-016-0557-1

Source: Esophagus - September 25, 2016 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research