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Alkaline reflux esophagitis after total gastrectomy

D Morrow, E R Passaro

    American Journal of Surgery
    |August 1, 1976
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    Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy with a jejunal pouch is an effective reconstruction after total gastrectomy. This method helps prevent esophagitis and aids patients in maintaining ideal weight.

    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Reconstruction
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Traditional reconstructive methods like esophagoduodenostomy and loop esophagojejunostomy following total gastrectomy can lead to complications such as esophagitis and dumping syndrome.
    • The need for improved esophagointestinal anastomoses after extensive gastric surgery is well-documented.

    Observation:

    • The study highlights the successful application of Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy, with or without a jejunal pouch, in patients undergoing total gastrectomy for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
    • This technique, particularly when incorporating a jejunal pouch as described by Hunt and Lawrence, has demonstrated positive outcomes.

    Findings:

    • Patients undergoing Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy with a jejunal pouch experienced a notable absence of alkaline reflux esophagitis.

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  • A significant majority of patients utilizing this reconstructive approach were able to maintain their ideal body weight post-surgery.

    • Implications:

    • The findings suggest that Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy with a jejunal pouch represents a superior reconstructive option compared to older methods after total gastrectomy.
    • This technique offers a promising solution for mitigating post-gastrectomy complications and improving long-term patient quality of life.