Colon interposition for esophageal reconstruction

Cheng, B.

Zhonghua Wei Chang Wai Ke Za Zhi 17(9): 854-857

2014


ISSN/ISBN: 1671-0274
PMID: 25273648
Document Number: 671654
Although the stomach is the first choice for esophageal reconstruction following esophagectomy, the colon interposition would be the best one when stomach removed or diseased. The colon reconstruction for esophagus, therefore, is the inevitable procedure in esophageal surgery. This paper focused on the colon interposition in terms of history, anatomy point, critical skills, and future prospect.

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