Intrathoracic Esophagoenteric Anastomosis
Intrathoracic Esophagoenteric Anastomosis
Definition
A surgical procedure performed post-gastrectomy in which the esophagus is connected directly to a portion of the small intestine within the chest.
Also known as Esophagoenteric anastomosis, intrathoracic, Intrathoracic Esophagoenteric Anastomosis — per NCIT
Also identified as
- UMLS C0192358 per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |