A comparison study of median-rib-section and anteroposterior-rib-section in operation of esophageal and cardisc carcinoma / 中国基层医药

ABSTRACT

Objective To investigate the optimal operative approach for esophageal and cardiac carcinoma,in order to obtain favorable exposure and to diminish trauma.Methods A method of median-rib-Section were performed in 207 cases of esophageal and cardiac carcinoma:the 6th and 7th ribs were cut intermediately,then we peeled and cut the rib periosteum.stretching the costal interspace with a prop until the exposure was optimal.Items including traumatic degree,exposure extend and conditions of thoracic cavity closure were compared with that of traditional antemposterior-rib-section method.Results The exposure result was similar in the two methods,but the traumatic de-grce WaS less when anteroposterior-rib·section was applied,due to its avoiding cutting intercostal muscles which caused more blood loss.The median-rib-section method led to more satisfactory anatomy paratope and external appearance,less trawma and incision pain.Conclusion The method of median-rib-section is worthy of generalization because of its satisfactory exposure,less trauma,better paratope and absence of postoperative costal malformation.