Abstract:Objective:
To evaluate the incidence and risk factors of diaphragmatic herniation following esophagectomy for cancer (DHEC), and assess the results of surgical repair.
Summary Background data:
The current incidence of DHEC is discussed with conflicting data regarding its treatment and natural course.
Methods:
Monocentric retrospective cohort study (2009–2018). From 902 patients, 719 patients with a complete … Show more
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