Esophageal Cancer Surgery

Esophageal cancer surgery typically involves removing part or all of the esophagus, the tube that connects the throat to the stomach. The most common procedures include esophagectomy, where a portion of the esophagus is taken out, and sometimes surrounding lymph nodes are also removed. This surgery aims to eliminate cancer and may involve reconstructing the esophagus using nearby tissue to maintain digestion. Surgery is often accompanied by other treatments like chemotherapy or radiation, depending on how advanced the cancer is. The goal is to improve survival rates and quality of life for the patient.