Anastomotic leakage is one of the most severe complications after esophagectomy and is
associated with increased postoperative morbidity and mortality. Several projects ranging …

Anastomotic leakage following total gastrectomy or esophagectomy is a significant
complication that considerably increases postoperative mortality. The location of the …

Background Perforations and anastomotic leakages of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract
cause a high morbidity and mortality rate. Only limited data exist for endoscopic vacuum …

Background To allocate healthcare resources optimally, complication-related quality
initiatives should target complications that have the greatest overall impact on outcomes …

Abstract Background Anastomotic leakage (0–30%) after esophagectomy is a severe
complication and is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality. The aim of this …

Background Endoscopic treatment of esophageal leaks, mostly by covered stents or
endoscopic vacuum therapy (EVT), has largely improved the clinical outcome in the last …

Despite improvements in operative strategies for esophageal resection, anastomotic leaks,
fistula, postoperative pulmonary complications, and chylothorax can occur. Our review seeks …

Background and Aims The optimal management of upper GI (UGI) leaks and perforations
remains controversial. Endoscopic vacuum therapy (EVT) is a new alternative endoscopic …

Background and study aims Esophageal defects (leaks, fistulas, and perforations) are
associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Endoluminal vacuum-assisted closure …

Esophagectomy, even with the progress in surgical technique and perioperative
management, is a highly specialized surgery, associated with a high rate of complications …