Anaesthesia during oesophagectomy

Denise P. Veelo, Bart F. Geerts

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Abstract

In this review, we will provide an overview of the current state of the art of perioperative practices for open and laparoscopic oesophagus surgery from the anaesthetist's perspective. Morbidity and mortality after oesophagectomy is still high despite multidisciplinary and enhanced recovery pathways showing promising results. The anaesthetist has an important role in the complex care of the oesophageal cancer patient. Minimizing unnecessary fluid administration, adequate pain management, hypotension, and protective lung ventilation are examples of proven strategies that can improve outcome after this high-risk surgery
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)S705-S712
JournalJournal of thoracic disease
Volume9
Issue number8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2017

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