Early endoscopic assessment after esophagectomy can predict anastomotic complications: a novel scoring system

ConclusionPrediction of anastomotic complications enables early detection and treatment which often limits the clinical extent of the complication. Early postoperative endoscopy is safe and a relatively simple procedure. The combined endoscopy score is an accurate tool to predict anastomotic complications.
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research