Thoracoscopic repair of esophagogastric anastomotic fistula using a pedicled pleural flap: a case report and literature review
This case demonstrates that pedicled pleural flaps are a viable and practical option for repairing anastomotic fistulas. Our treatment approach offers advantages of simplicity, practicality, and minimal invasiveness, providing a reference for managing esophagogastric anastomotic fistula patients.
Authors
- J. H. Zou (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9079-5905)
- Yujian Li
- Yongjun Deng
Institutions
- Yunnan University (CN)
- Kunming Medical University (CN)
- Second People's Hospital of Yunnan Province (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Oncology
- Published
- 2026-01-12
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fonc.2025.1696165
- Primary Topic
- Esophageal and GI Pathology
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00