A Propensity Score Matched Analysis of Open Versus Minimally Invasive Transthoracic Esophagectomy in the Netherlands

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Authors

Maarten F. J. Seesing · University Medical Center Utrecht

Suzanne S. Gisbertz · Academic Medical Center

Lucas Goense · University Medical Center Utrecht

Richard van Hillegersberg · University Medical Center Utrecht

Hidde M. Kroon · Erasmus MC

Sjoerd M. Lagarde · Erasmus MC

Jelle P. Ruurda

Abstract

This population-based study showed that mortality and pulmonary complications were similar for OE and MIE. Anastomotic leaks and reinterventions were more frequently observed after MIE. MIE was associated with a shorter hospital stay.

Topics & Keywords

Esophageal Cancer Research and Treatment Esophageal and GI Pathology Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Annals of Surgery

Volume 266, Issue 5, pp. 839-846

DOI: 10.1097/sla.0000000000002393

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