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Pharyngostomy tubes for gastric conduit decompression.

Natasha M Rueth1, Natasha Lee, Shawn S Groth

  • 1Department of Surgery, Division of General Thoracic and Foregut Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minn, USA.

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Pharyngostomy tubes offer a simple and safe method for gastric conduit decompression after esophagectomy. This technique is effective for both prophylactic and therapeutic decompression, with prolonged use possible.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical techniques
  • Gastroenterology
  • Esophageal surgery

Background:

  • Esophagectomy for gastric cancer or other conditions can lead to complications.
  • Gastric conduit decompression is crucial after esophagectomy.
  • Nasogastric drainage is a common but sometimes problematic method.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the operative technique for pharyngostomy tube placement.
  • To evaluate the clinical experience with pharyngostomy tubes for gastric conduit decompression post-esophagectomy.
  • To assess the safety and efficacy of pharyngostomy tubes as an alternative to nasogastric drainage.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of patients undergoing pharyngostomy tube placement for gastric conduit decompression after esophagectomy (January 2008 - August 2009).
  • Inclusion criteria: prophylactic or therapeutic placement for anastomotic leak.
  • Data collected: operative and clinical details; descriptive statistical analysis performed.

Main Results:

  • 25 pharyngostomy tubes were placed (11 prophylactic, 14 therapeutic).
  • Median dwell time: 8 days (prophylactic) and 15 days (therapeutic).
  • 4 infectious complications (16%) occurred; 72% of patients had swallow evaluation, with 22% showing aspiration.

Conclusions:

  • Pharyngostomy tube placement is a straightforward procedure for gastric conduit decompression.
  • Pharyngostomy tubes can be safely used for extended periods.
  • Pharyngostomy tubes represent a viable alternative to nasogastric drainage after esophagectomy.