| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8652362 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2018 | 24 Pages |
Abstract
This study shows that thoracic duct lymph nodes are located within the fatty tissue surrounding the thoracic duct. Resection of this compartment during an esophagectomy for cancer increases lymph node yield.
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Authors
Bernadette MD, Ingmar L. MD, Elena MD, Jelle P. MD, PhD, Lodewijk A.A. MD, PhD, Tom A.P. PhD, Ronald L.A.W. MD, PhD, Richard MD, PhD,