Association of level of anastomosis and anastomotic leak after esophagectomy in anterior mediastinal reconstruction

ConclusionUse of the AM route to place the cervical anastomosis within 1.5 cm above the suprasternal notch might avoid excessive pressure on the gastric tube from the surrounding structures, resulting in a reduction in the risk of an anastomotic leak.
Source: Esophagus - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research