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[Esophagectomy without thoracotomy: indications and our experience]
F Maritato1, S Zoppi, A Cariati
1Istituto di Anatomia Chirurgica e Corso di Operazioni, Università degli Studi di Genova.
Il Giornale Di Chirurgia
|March 1, 1996
Summary
This study reports on the Orringer operation for esophageal cancer in 12 patients. Results suggest extending indications for the Akiyama esophagectomy, a less invasive approach for entire esophageal malignancies.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Surgical Oncology
- Gastroenterology
Context:
- The Orringer operation is a surgical technique for esophageal cancer.
- Experience with this procedure was gathered between 1978 and 1992.
- 12 patients with esophageal cancer were analyzed.
Purpose:
- To report the authors' experience with the Orringer operation.
- To evaluate the feasibility of extending surgical indications.
- To explore alternative surgical approaches for esophageal malignancies.
Summary:
- The Orringer operation was performed on 12 esophageal cancer patients.
- The study highlights the potential for Akiyama esophagectomy without thoracotomy.
- This approach may be suitable for treating malignant tumors throughout the esophagus.
Impact:
- The findings may broaden treatment options for esophageal cancer.
- Suggests a less invasive surgical alternative for extensive esophageal tumors.
- Contributes to the understanding of surgical management for esophageal malignancies.