Fig. 16.1 Treatment algorithm Five Key Points to Avoid Anastomotic Leakage Optimize pre- and postoperative calorie intake. Correct co-morbidities. Make a tension-free anastomosis with vital tissue. If the anastomosis is…
Fig. 13.1 Pathophysiology of dumping syndrome Late dumping, often occurring 2–3 h postprandially, involves mainly vasomotor complaints characterized by perspiration, palpitation, mental confusion, and sometimes syncope. Rapid delivery of a meal…
Fig. 8.1 We prefer the posterior mediastinal (in situ) route as this is the shortest route between the stomach and esophagus In cases where the left colon is involved with…
© Springer Science+Business Media New York 2015Timothy M. Pawlik, Shishir K. Maithel and Nipun B. Merchant (eds.)Gastrointestinal Surgery10.1007/978-1-4939-2223-9_2 2. Esophageal Strictures Refractory to Endoscopic Dilatation Shawn S. Groth1 , David D. Odell1 and James D. Luketich1 (1) Department of Cardiothoracic…
Material Length of effect Comments GelfoamTMa 4–6 weeks Long track record, short duration ZyplastTMa (Bovine collagen) 4–6 months Allergy testing required CymetraTM (Micronized allodermTM) 2–4 months No allergy, longer prep…
