American Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine

Volume 13, Issue 3, June 2025

  • Research Article

    Minimally Invasive Inflatable Mediastinoscope-Assisted Laparoscopic Esophagectomy for Esophageal Cancer: Case Series and Review

    Shouqiang Yu, Feng Liu, Yao Yao, Yonghui Quan, Zhiliang Zhou, Kunpeng Wu, Yayun Sheng, Shaojin Zhu*

    Issue: Volume 13, Issue 3, June 2025
    Pages: 35-39
    Received: 20 March 2025
    Accepted: 27 April 2025
    Published: 14 May 2025
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajcem.20251303.11
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    Abstract: Background: Inflatable mediastinoscope-assisted laparoscopic esophagectomy (IMLE) is an innovative minimally invasive technique for esophageal cancer, offering reduced postoperative pain, minimal intraoperative bleeding, and accelerated recovery compared to traditional open esophagectomy. It is particularly advantageous for patients with compromise... Show More