Right versus left thoracic approach oesophagectomy for oesophageal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Oesophageal cancer is one of the most common malignant tumours and has been identified as one of the leading causes of cancer death worldwide. Surgery is considered to be the optimal treatment for patients with resectable oesophageal cancer. Oesophagectomy for oesophageal cancer can significantly extend the survival period of patients and provide a potential opportunity for a cure. However, there is still controversy regarding which thoracic approach (right or left) during oesophagectomy for oesophageal cancer can lead to better surgical outcomes globally. This systematic review and meta-analysis will be performed to determine which thoracic approach during oesophagectomy will achieve longer patient survival and will be more beneficial for patients.

Methods and anal

SUBMITTER: Chai T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6629400 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature