Management of Complications After Esophagectomy

Thorac Surg Clin. 2020 Aug;30(3):359-366. doi: 10.1016/j.thorsurg.2020.04.002. Epub 2020 May 22.

Abstract

Esophagectomy is a complex operation with many potential complications. Early recognition of postoperative complications allows for the best chance for patient survival. Diagnosis and management of conduit complications, including leak, necrosis, and conduit-airway fistulae, are reviewed. Other common complications, such as chylothorax and recurrent laryngeal nerve injury, also are discussed.

Keywords: Complications; Esophageal cancer; Esophagectomy.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anastomotic Leak / diagnosis
  • Anastomotic Leak / surgery
  • Anastomotic Leak / therapy*
  • Chylothorax / etiology
  • Chylothorax / therapy
  • Esophagectomy / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Necrosis / complications
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control
  • Postoperative Complications / therapy*
  • Respiratory Tract Fistula / etiology
  • Respiratory Tract Fistula / therapy
  • Risk Factors
  • Stents