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  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Pulmonology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Pulmonary morbidity is the most frequent complication following esophagectomy.
  • It is a primary driver of mortality associated with esophagectomy.
  • Post-operative pulmonary complications can negatively influence long-term survival in esophageal cancer patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review and summarize effective perioperative and surgical strategies for reducing pulmonary morbidity after esophagectomy.
  • To update the evidence on precautionary measures to mitigate post-operative pulmonary complications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of previously published studies on reducing post-operative pulmonary morbidity.
  • Synthesis of evidence on multidisciplinary approaches, perioperative interventions, and surgical techniques.

Main Results:

  • Pre-operative smoking cessation is crucial.
  • Respiratory rehabilitation and maintaining oral hygiene are important preventative measures.
  • Perioperative nutritional support, less invasive surgical approaches, steroid administration, and multidisciplinary team management are key factors.

Conclusions:

  • A combination of pre-operative, perioperative, and surgical strategies managed by a multidisciplinary team can effectively reduce pulmonary morbidity after esophagectomy.
  • Implementing these measures is vital for improving patient outcomes in esophageal cancer surgery.