Postoperative complications and management of minimally invasive esophagectomy

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 57-57
Author(s):  
Rong Hua ◽  
Haoyao Jiang ◽  
Yifeng Sun ◽  
Xufeng Guo ◽  
Yu Yang ◽  
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2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
R Markar Sheraz ◽  
Ni Melody ◽  
Gisbertz Suzanne ◽  
Straatman Jennifer ◽  
van der Peet Donald ◽  
...  

Abstract Aims The TIME trial showed reduced pulmonary complications from minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) over an open approach, and led to widespread adoption of MIE in the Netherlands. The aim of this study was to compare clinical outcomes from minimally invasive esophagectomy in the DUCA (national dataset) and the TIME trial (RCT) for transthoracic esophagectomy1. Methods Original patient data from the TIME trial1 was extracted along-with data from the Dutch National Cancer Audit (DUCA) (2011-2017). Initially univariate analysis was used to compare patient and tumor demographics and clinical and pathological outcomes from patients receiving MIE in the TIME trial and in the DUCA-dataset. Secondly multivariate analysis, with adjustment patient and tumor factors, was performed for the effect of MIE vs. Open esophagectomy on clinical outcomes in both datasets. Thirdly the datasets were combined and multivariate analysis, was performed for the effect of patient inclusion in TIME trial or DUCA-dataset. Results 115 patients from TIME (59 MIE vs. 56 open) and 4605 patients from the DUCA-dataset (2652 MIE vs. 1953 open) were included. Univariate analysis showed, in TIME trial, MIE reduced postoperative complications and length of hospital stay. However in the DUCA-dataset, MIE increased postoperative complications, re-intervention rate and length of hospital stay, however pathological benefits included increased proportion of R0 margin and lymph nodes harvested. Multivariate analysis confirmed the TIME data showed MIE reduced postoperative complications (OR=0.38, 95%CI 0.16–0.90). In the DUCA-dataset, MIE was associated with increased postoperative complications (OR=1.37, 95%CI 1.20–1.55), re-intervention (OR=1.84, 95%CI 1.57–2.14), and length of hospital stay (Coeff=1.57, 95%CI 0.06–3.08). Pathological benefits to MIE in the DUCA-dataset included a reduction in proportion of R1 margin, and increased lymph node harvest. Multivariate analysis of the combined dataset, showed inclusion in the TIME trial was associated with a reduction in postoperative complications (OR=0.23, 95%CI 0.15–0.36) and reoperation rate (OR=0.34, 95%CI 0.17–0.66). Conclusions MIE when adopted nationally outside the TIME-trial, was associated with an increase in postoperative complications and reoperation rate, which may reflect surgeons on a national level going through their proficiency-gain curve in the technique and outside of expert MIE centers.


2020 ◽  
Vol Publish Ahead of Print ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura F. C. Fransen ◽  
Gijs H. K. Berkelmans ◽  
Emanuele Asti ◽  
Mark I. van Berge Henegouwen ◽  
Felix Berlth ◽  
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2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
E Tagkalos ◽  
der Sluis P C van ◽  
E Hadzijusufovic ◽  
B Babic ◽  
E Uzun ◽  
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Abstract Aim The aim of this study was to describe postoperative complications and short-term oncologic outcomes for RAMIE4 with intrathoracic anastomosis for esophageal cancer within our case series of 100 consecutive patients. Background & Methods Robot assisted minimally-invasive esophagectomy (RAMIE) with intrathoracic anastomosis is gaining popularity as a treatment for esophageal cancer. In this study, we present the results of 100 RAMIE procedures using the da Vinci Xi robotic system (RAMIE4). The aim of this study was to describe postoperative complications and short-term oncologic outcomes for RAMIE4 within our case series of 100 consecutive patients. Between January 2017 and February 2019, data of 100 consecutive patients with esophageal carcinoma undergoing modified Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy were prospectively collected. All operations were performed by the same surgeon using an identical intrathoracic anastomotic reconstruction technique with the same perioperative management and pain control regimen. Intra-operatively and post operatively complications were graded according to definitions stated by the Esophagectomy Complications Consensus Group (ECCG). Results Mean duration of the surgical procedure was 416 min (± 80). In total, 70 patients (70%) had an uncomplicated operative procedure and postoperative recovery. Pulmonary complications were most common and were observed in 17 patients (17 %). Anastomotic leakage was observed in 8 patients (8%). Median ICU stay was 1 day and median overall postoperative hospital stay was 11 days. 30 day mortality was 1%. A R0 resection was reached in 92% of patients with a median number of 29 dissected lymph nodes. Conclusion RAMIE4 with intrathoracic anastomosis for esophageal cancer or cancer located in the esophagus was technically feasible and safe. Postoperative complications and short term oncologic results were comparable to the highest international standards nowadays. These results could only be obtained due to a structured RAMIE training pathway. The superiority of RAMIE compared to conventional minimally invasive esophagus is currently investigated in multiple randomized controlled trials. Results of these trials will define the role for RAMIE for patients with esophageal cancer in the future.


2021 ◽  
Vol 34 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Toon Kuypers ◽  
Sanne Stuart ◽  
Ingrid Martijnse ◽  
Joos Heisterkamp ◽  
Robert Matthijsen

Abstract   Postoperative transhiatal hernia is a possible life-threatening complication following esophagectomy. The incidence and indications to treat remain open to debate with apparently an increase after minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE). The aim of this study is to analyze a large series of patients after MIE in a single high-volume center with a transhiatal herniation after minimally invasive esophagectomy (THAMIE) and obtain new insights in this pathology. Methods We included all patients who underwent a MIE (Ivor Lewis and McKeown procedure) in our hospital between 2015 and 2020. Retrospective analysis of demographic, clinical and surgical data was performed. Outcomes of measure were incidence, initial clinical presentation, treatment of choice, postoperative complications and symptoms, herniation recurrence. Results In 341 MIE 25 (7.3%) patients were diagnosed with a THAMIE postoperatively. 4 patients (16.0%) were asymptomatic at the time of presentation. 5 patients (20%) were treated conservatively because of recurrent carcinoma. 20 patients received a laparoscopic reduction of the transhiatal hernia and cruraplasty (19 non-absorbable sutures, 1 mesh) regardless whether they were symptomatic or not. 25.0%(5/20) of the patients were operated in emergency settings and 5.0% (1/20) was converted to a laparotomy. Postoperatively 6 of the 18 symptomatic patients (33.3%) experienced no relief of symptoms and 40.0% (8/20) of the THAMIE recurred. 35% had serious postoperative complications (clavien-dindo IIIa or more) and mortality was 0.0%. Conclusion The incidence of 7.33% found in our data suggests that THAMIE is a common complication after MIE. We almost exclusively (95.0%) treated patients in a laparoscopic way. Due to the high percentage of morbidity (35.0% ≥ CD IIIa), recurrence (40.0%) and patients with unrelieved symptoms(33.3%) we recommend a conservative treatment for the asymptomatic patients, and further analysis of predictive symptoms associated with a THAMIE to evolve to a shared decision making algorithm for elective symptomatic patients.


2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
B Babic ◽  
der Sluis P van ◽  
I Gockel ◽  
F Corvinus ◽  
E Tagkalos ◽  
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Abstract Aim With the introduction of minimally invasive access in centers for esophageal surgery, complications as well as mortality rates decreased. Laboratory tests are used routinely to screen patients for postoperative complications as early as possible. Still, the course of several laboratory parameters after esophagectomy following different surgical approaches has not been described yet and thus, reference values do not exist. Nowadays, the interpretation of inflammatory markers depends on the expertise of the medical staff. The aim of this study is to evaluate the development of CRP and leukocytes after thoracoabdominal esophagectomy following four different surgical approaches. Background & Methods 217 consecutive patients receiving a thoracoabdominal esophagectomy with either open, hybrid, totally minimally invasive or robot-assisted minimally invasive technique between 2008 and 2018 have been evaluated. Daily blood tests regarding C-reactive protein (CRP) and leukocytes have been performed daily in all patients. Data was collected prospectively and analyzed depending on the postoperative course and the surgical approach. Results There is a natural increase of leukocytes and CRP with peak values on the 2nd postoperative day (POD) after thoracoabdominal esophagectomy following all surgical approaches. The increase of inflammatory parameters is significantly higher after open esophagectomy on the first three postoperative days compared to the three minimally invasive procedures. Furthermore, postoperative CRP values > 200 mg/l on the 2nd postoperative day as well as an open esohagectomy are independently associated with postoperative complications. Conclusion The development of postoperative inflammatory laboratory parameters after esophagectomy is significantly depending on the surgical approach. Open esophagectomy results in significantly higher CRP and leukocyte values compared to the hybrid esophagectomy, minimally invasive esophagectomy and robot assisted minimally invasive esophagectomy. Open esophagectomy and an increase of CRP on the 2nd postoperative day above 200 mg/l are an independent positive predictor for postoperative complications in multivariate analysis.


2020 ◽  
pp. 030089162097935
Author(s):  
Cristian Deana ◽  
Luigi Vetrugno ◽  
Francesca Stefani ◽  
Andrea Basso ◽  
Carola Matellon ◽  
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Objective: To evaluate the incidence of postoperative complications arising within 30 days of minimally invasive esophagectomy in the prone position with total lung ventilation and their relationship with 30-day and 1-year mortality. Secondary outcomes included possible anesthesia-related factors linked to the development of complications. Methods: The study is a retrospective single-center observational study at the Anesthesia and Surgical Department of a tertiary care center in the northeast of Italy. Patients underwent cancer resection through esophagectomy in the prone position without one-lung ventilation. Results: We included 110 patients from January 2010 to December 2017. A total of 54% of patients developed postoperative complications that increased mortality risk at 1 year of follow-up. Complications postponed first oral intake and delayed patient discharge to home. Positive intraoperative fluid balance was related to increased mortality and the risk to develop postoperative complications. C-reactive protein at third postoperative day may help detect complication onset. Conclusions: Complication onset has a great impact on mortality after esophagectomy. Some anesthesia-related factors, mainly fluid balance, may be associated with postoperative mortality and morbidity. These factors should be carefully taken into account to obtain better outcomes after esophagectomy in the prone position without one-lung ventilation.


2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 126-134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soji Ozawa ◽  
Kazuo Koyanagi ◽  
Yamato Ninomiya ◽  
Kentaro Yatabe ◽  
Tadashi Higuchi

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