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Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) for cancer has significant intraoperative risks, including vascular injuries and organ damage. Mortality rates, particularly from intrathoracic vascular issues, warrant careful consideration during MIE procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Oncology
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery

Background:

  • Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) is a recognized treatment for esophageal cancer.
  • Intraoperative complications of MIE are less understood than postoperative ones.
  • This study focuses on major intraoperative complications and early mortality in MIE for cancer.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document the spectrum of major intraoperative complications during MIE for esophageal cancer.
  • To assess the 90-day mortality associated with these complications.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 2862 MIE cases across 10 European centers (2003-2019).
  • Inclusion criteria: intention-to-treat, laparoscopic/thoracoscopic esophagectomy with gastric conduit for esophageal and GE junction cancers.
  • Definition of major intraoperative complications included vascular injuries, organ damage, and other critical events.

Main Results:

  • 101 intraoperative complications occurred in 98 patients.
  • Vascular injuries were most common (60 cases), followed by splenic injuries (24 cases) and bowel injuries (6 cases).
  • On-table deaths occurred in 2 patients, with a 90-day mortality rate of 9.2%.

Conclusions:

  • Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) presents a range of significant intraoperative complications.
  • Intrathoracic vascular injuries contribute substantially to mortality following MIE.
  • Awareness and management of these risks are crucial for improving MIE outcomes.