Esophagectomy

Esophagectomy is the main surgical treatment for esophageal cancer. It is done either to remove the cancer or to relieve symptoms. During an esophagectomy, the surgeon removes all or part of the esophagus through an incision in the chest or abdomen or both. Possible risks of esophagectomy. Like most serious operations, surgery of the esophagus has some risks. Strictures (narrowing) can form where the esophagus is surgically connected to the stomach, which can cause problems swallowing for some patients.

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