Laparoscopic Transhiatal Esophagectomy for Invasive Esophageal Adenocarcinoma

ConclusionsLaparoscopic transhiatal esophagectomy has an important role in current esophageal cancer treatment and can be performed with curative intent in patients with distal esophageal tumors. In addition to the well-known advantages of laparoscopy, the increased mediastinal visibility and a modern focus on oncologic principles seem to have a positive impact on cancer survival compared to the open transhiatal approach.
Source: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research