Comparison of Complications and Morbidity between Hand-Sewn and Stapled Anastomosis after Transhiatal Esophagectomy in Patients with Esophageal Cancer

Both anastomosis techniques are comparable in terms of safety and potential for reoperation; however, further research is needed to investigate long-term complications. The findings of this study highlight the impact of body mass index and readmission rates on the choice of surgical method. Future research should address these discrepancies and include larger, more diverse populations in long-term assessments to achieve more definitive results regarding the comparative effectiveness of these techniques.