Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg.  1998 Sep;31(9):911-914.

Perforation of Intrathoracic Stomach after Ivor Lewis Operation for Esophageal Cancer: 2 cases report

• Lee Y
• Hwang ED
• Hwang GH
• Yoon SY
• Na MH
• Yoo JY
• Lim SP

Abstract

We report our experience with 2 cases of perforation of intrathoracic stomach after Ivor Lewis operation for esophageal cancer. There was no problem in the anastomotic site, but the drainage from pleural cavity increased after oral intake. The stomach perforation was proved by rethoracotomy. The perforation site was repaired by sutures with pedicled intercostal muscle.

Keyword

Esophageal reconstruction; postoperative complication; Stomach; Esophageal; neoplasm

MeSH Terms

Drainage
Esophageal Neoplasms*
Intercostal Muscles
Pleural Cavity
Postoperative Complications
Stomach*
Sutures