Oesophageal Replacement in Lagos
Esophagectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing some or more of the swallowing tube (oesophagus) between the mouth and stomach and reconstructing it with a piece of another organ, most commonly the stomach. Esophagectomy is a popular procedure for advanced esophageal cancer, and it’s often often used to treat Barrett’s oesophagus when active precancerous cells are present. When previous efforts to save the oesophagus have failed, such as with end-stage achalasia or strictures, or after ingestion of material that damages the esophageal lining, an esophagectomy might be suggested.