| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2871070 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2016 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Atherosclerotic calcification of the aorta is an independent risk factor for leakage of the intrathoracic anastomosis after Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy for cancer. The calcification scoring system may aid in patient selection and lead to earlier diagnosis of this potentially fatal complication.
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Authors
Lucas MD, Peter S.N. MD, Teus J. MD, Marc J. MD, Grard A. MD, PhD, Misha D. MD, PhD, Maarten S. MD, PhD, Richard MD, PhD, Jelle P. MD, PhD, Ewout A. MD, PhD,