Endoscopic vacuum therapy for postoperative esophageal leak

Endoscopic vacuum therapy for postoperative esophageal leak

Abstract Background Anastomotic leak is the most common and serious complication following esophagectomy. Endoscopic vacuum-assisted closure (EVAC) is a promising method for treating anastomotic leak. We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of EVAC and to identify factors associated with longer treatment...

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Main Authors: Yang Won Min, Taewan Kim, Hyuk Lee, Byung-Hoon Min, Hong Kwan Kim, Yong Soo Choi, Jun Haeng Lee, Poong-Lyul Rhee, Jae J. Kim, Jae Ill Zo, Young Mog Shim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-04-01
Series:BMC Surgery
Subjects:
Endoscopic vacuum-assisted closure
Esophagectomy
Leak
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12893-019-0497-5

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