Fluorescence Image-Based Evaluation of Gastric Tube Perfusion during Esophagogastrostomy.

Fluorescence Image-Based Evaluation of Gastric Tube Perfusion during Esophagogastrostomy. Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2020 Aug 05;53(4):178-183 Authors: Quan YH, Han KN, Kim HK Abstract During esophagectomy and esophagogastrostomy, the prediction of anastomotic leakage relies on the operating surgeon's tactile or visual diagnosis. Therefore, anastomotic leaks are relatively unpredictable, and new intraoperative evaluation methods or tools are essential. A fluorescence imaging system enables visualization over a wide region of interest, and provides intuitive information on perfusion intraoperatively. Surgeons can choose the best anastomotic site of the gastric tube based on fluorescence images in real time during surgery. This technology provides better surgical outcomes when used with an optimal injection dose and timing of indocyanine green. PMID: 32793449 [PubMed]
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research