Operative technique of antethoracic esophageal reconstruction with pedicled jejunal flap

摘要

Esophageal reconstruction using intestine is often performed for esophageal cancer patients in cases where the stomach cannot be used. We have previously performed reconstruction using ileocolon with supercharge and drainage as our first choice in those cases. However, a less invasive, simpler, and safer reconstructive technique using jejunum without vascular anastomosis has recently become popular at our facility. This study describes the technique of esophageal reconstruction with jejunum, compares the surgical outcomes to those of standard reconstruction using ileocolon, and discusses the clinical significance of this new concept.