OESOPHAGECTOMY (McKEOWN THREE-STAGE)
Indication: Carcinoma of the mid or proximal oesophagus where wide proximal resection margins and a cervical anastomosis are required. Three incisions used: abdominal, right thoracic, and cervical.
Patient Position: Left lateral (thoracic phase), supine (abdominal and cervical phases).
Anaesthesia: General with double-lumen tube for thoracic phase.