Management of an Esojejunal Intrathoracic Leak Using an Endoscopic Vacuum-assisted Closure Technique

Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech. 2017 Jun;27(3):e26-e27. doi: 10.1097/SLE.0000000000000393.

Abstract

Management of intrathoracic anastomotic leaks remains an important clinical challenge. We describe a case about a patient with intrathoracic esophageal anastomotic leaks after oesogastrectomy. Ndoscopic Vacuum-assisted closure technique today is an effective alternative in the treatment of anastomotic leaks after upper gastrointestinal tract surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adenocarcinoma / surgery
  • Aged
  • Anastomosis, Surgical
  • Anastomotic Leak / etiology
  • Anastomotic Leak / surgery
  • Cardia / surgery
  • Esophagectomy / adverse effects
  • Esophagoscopy / methods*
  • Esophagus / surgery
  • Gastrectomy / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Jejunum / surgery
  • Male
  • Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy / methods*
  • Recurrence
  • Reoperation
  • Stents
  • Stomach Neoplasms / surgery
  • Surgical Sponges