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