A 74-year-old patient, Mr. Thai, underwent a three-stage laparoscopic surgery at Tam Anh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City to remove malignant tumors and reconstruct his esophagus with a gastric tube. He had been experiencing choking and hiccups for over three months without a known cause, resulting in a diagnosis of stage three esophageal cancer.
The surgery was complex due to the location of the tumor near vital organs in the body. The surgical team decided to perform the operation in three stages – chest, abdomen, and neck – to completely remove the esophagus and prevent cancer cells from spreading. The surgery took 8 hours, with Mr. Thai waking up fully conscious after two days.
After the surgery, Mr. Thai was able to walk and drink on his own but required feeding support for an additional 10 days to ensure the stability of his new esophagus. Pathological results revealed that he had squamous carcinoma and a metastatic lymph node. Esophageal cancer is often detected at a late stage, making treatment challenging. However, early detection through regular health check-ups can improve treatment effectiveness.
Dr. Minh Hung emphasized the importance of advanced surgical techniques like laparoscopic surgery in treating complex conditions like esophageal cancer. Laparoscopic surgery offers several advantages over traditional open surgeries, including smaller incisions, less trauma, and quicker recovery times. In conclusion, Mr. Thai’s successful surgery and recovery highlight the importance of timely medical intervention and advanced surgical techniques in treating complex conditions like esophageal cancer.
Mr. Thai was able to walk and drink on his own after two days but required feeding support for an additional 10 days to ensure the stability of his new esophagus.
Esophageal cancer is often detected at a late stage due to its non-specific symptoms.
Laparoscopic surgery offers several advantages over traditional open surgeries.
Pathological results revealed that Mr. Thai had squamous carcinoma and a metastatic lymph node.
The surgical team decided to operate in three stages – chest, abdomen, and neck – to completely remove the esophagus.