Chinese expert consensus on uniportal thoracoscopic minimally invasive esophagectomy for esophageal carcinoma (2025 edition)
- VernacularTitle:单孔胸腔镜微创食管癌切除术中国临床专家共识（2025 版）
- Author:
Yong YUAN
1
;
Xin XIAO
1
;
Yushang YANG
1
;
Qixin SHANG
1
;
Weimin FANG
2
;
Xiaozheng KANG
3
Author Information
1. Department of Thoracic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, P. R. China
2. Department of Thoracic Surgical Oncology, Fujian Cancer Hospital, Fuzhou, 350014, P. R. China
3. Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100021, P. R. China
- Collective Name:Chinese Society for Diseases of the Esophagus, Young Committee of Chinese Society for Diseases of the Esophagus
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Esophageal neoplasms;
uniportal thoracoscopy;
minimally invasive esophagectomy;
surgical treatment;
expert consensus
- From:
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
2025;32(10):1351-1359
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
With the continuous advancement and development of minimally invasive techniques, uniportal thoracoscopic minimally invasive esophagectomy (UTMIE) has gradually expanded its application in the surgical treatment of esophageal cancer due to its significant advantages, including minimal trauma, aesthetically pleasing incisions, and reduced postoperative pain. This consensus is based on the latest evidence-based medical data from both domestically and internationally, combined with extensive clinical practice experiences from numerous experts. It systematically reviews and summarizes the indications, key technical points, learning curve characteristics, perioperative management strategies, as well as prevention and management of complications associated with UTMIE. To ensure the scientific rigor and authority of this consensus, a total of 83 experts in the field were invited to participate in multiple rounds of Delphi surveys for in-depth discussion and consultation. Ultimately, 24 recommendations were formulated to guide the standardized application of UTMIE in clinical practice. The aim of this consensus is to standardize and guide the clinical implementation of UTMIE, ensuring safety and efficacy while promoting more efficient and widespread development of this surgical approach.
