Cervicothoracoscopic Approach in Esophagectomy

ConclusionsThe cervicothoracoscopic approach enables complete en bloc dissection of the lymphatic chain that lies along RLN in the cervicothoracic junction. Also, with this approach, RLNs can be identified easily because RLNs are already exposed at the upper mediastinum by the cervical procedure. Therefore, this approach may contribute to improving the surgical curability and preventing RLN injury.
Source: Annals of Surgical Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research