articleAnnals of SurgeryDec 1, 2007Closed access

Extended Transthoracic Resection Compared With Limited Transhiatal Resection for Adenocarcinoma of the Mid/Distal Esophagus

Academic Medical Center · University of Amsterdam · +1 more institution

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Abstract

Objective

To determine whether extended transthoracic esophagectomy for adenocarcinoma of the mid/distal esophagus improves long-term survival.

Background

A randomized trial was performed to compare surgical techniques. Complete 5-year survival data are now available.

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Authors

10

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Medicine
  • Esophagectomy
  • Esophagus
  • Lymphadenectomy
  • Adenocarcinoma
  • Surgery
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Esophageal disease
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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