Hiatal Hernia after Esophagectomy: An Underappreciated Complication?

The natural history of hiatal herniation of small and/or large bowel post esophagectomy (HHBPE), in the current era of improving long term survival and evolving surgical technique, is unknown. The aim of this study is to describe the rate and risk factors of HHBPE at our hospital.
Source: Journal of the American College of Surgeons - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Southern Surgical Association Article Source Type: research