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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Reconstruction
  • Gastroenterology
  • Esophageal Surgery

Background:

  • Addresses complex esophageal conditions including discontinuity, gastric conduit loss, and fistulas.
  • Highlights the need for specialized reconstructive strategies in adult patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss and organize options for complex esophageal reconstruction.
  • To review salvage and revision techniques for esophageal defects.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of adult complex esophageal reconstructions from multiple institutions.
  • Categorization of solutions by conduit type, clinical circumstance, and surgical technique.

Main Results:

  • Discusses esophageal salvage techniques: stenting, endoscopic vacuum therapy, plication, dilation, assisted emptying, untwisting, endoluminal repair, and operative revision.
  • Reviews three main reconstruction approaches: local/primary options, interposition grafts, and tissue-engineered constructs.
  • Details various routes, timing, and conduits for esophageal replacement.

Conclusions:

  • A standard tubularized pedicled gastric conduit is the preferred initial choice for esophageal reconstruction.
  • Salvage of leaks and initial conduits should be attempted before secondary options.
  • Complex reconstructions can be staged, and the esophagus can be rebuilt using diverse materials like small bowel, colon, or biomatrix.