A narrative review of anastomotic leak in the Ivor Lewis esophagectomy: expected, accepted, but preventable
Brian Housman,
Dong-Seok Lee,
Raja Flores
Abstract:Background and Objective
Anastomotic leak (AL) remains a common and highly morbid complication after Ivor Lewis Esophagectomy. Leak is associated with increased morbidity, mortality, strictures and even cancer recurrence. Unfortunately, despite advances in surgical technique and perioperative care, the reported frequency of AL has remained largely unchanged.
Methods
A PubMed search for all English-language articles that discuss Ivor Lewis esophagectomy, AL, risk factors… Show more
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