Incidence and Types of Arrhythmias After Mediastinal Manipulation During Transhiatal Esophagectomy

In transhiatal esophagectomy, there is a significant incidence of both arrhythmias and hypotension during mediastinal manipulation. The incidence of arrhythmias can be minimized by limiting the duration of the manipulation. The incidence of postoperative arrhythmias was not significant.