Esophagojejunostomy (EJS) represents the most difficult steps during totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy (TLTG). Over the past few years, several techniques have been developed. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility and surgical outcomes of the laparoscopic intracorporeal side-to-side EJS during TLTG used to treat malignant disease of the stomach.
Department of Surgical Science, PhD School of Surgical Science and Advanced Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technology, University Federico II of Naples, Ospedale San Camillo Via Giovanelli 19, 38100, Trento, Italy. reumbe@tin.it