P-OGC60 Predicting the risk of venous thromboembolism during neoadjuvant therapy for oesophagogastric cancer
Abstract Background Locally advanced oesophageal cancer is usually treated with neoadjuvant treatment (NAT) followed by surgery. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a recognised complication in these patients. Those who develop VTE may have an inferior vena cava filter placed prior to surgery to reduce the risk of further complications. This study aimed to identify specific risks for VTE during (NAT) for oesophagogastric cancer (OGC) and whether this increases postoperative morbidity. Methods Patients undergoing NAT for OGC followed by surgery at a single high-volume centre between January 2015 and June 2020 were identified from a prospectively maintained database. Univariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed to identify independent risk factors for the development of VTE as well as the association between diagnosis of VTE and morbidity. Results The incidence of VTE in this cohort was 6.7% (27/406). Independent risk factors for developing VTE in multivariable analysis were BMI – OR 1.093 (p = 0.045) and age – OR 1.067 (p = 0.019). Type of chemo(radio)therapy regimen used, pT, pN stage, previous history of ischaemic heart disease or being an active smoker at diagnosis was not associated with VTE occurrence. Diagnosis of VTE during neoadjuvant treatment was not associated with a higher risk of developing a serious postoperative complication (Clavien-Dindo grade III and above) (p = 0.699). Conclusions Patients with a raised BMI or older age are at higher risk of developing VTE during NAT for OGC. These patients must be appropriately counseled on the higher risk of VTE prior to commencing NAT. However, the development of a VTE does not appear to confer any additional post-operative complication risk.