| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2875510 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Lymph node ratio is an independent predictor of survival in patients undergoing esophagectomy for esophageal cancer. The LNR makes a greater contribution in estimating overall survival than pN stage, regardless of the utilization of induction therapy.
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Authors
Castigliano M. DO, MS, George J. PhD, Christopher J. MPA, Christine L. MD, Benjamin D. MD, MPH, David R. MD,