title: Varieties of stapled anastomoses of the esophagus.
abstract: The rationale for esophageal replacement or bypass is described, and based on the substitute organ chosen, various anastomoses and reconstruction of gastrointestinal continuity are demonstrated.
mesh_terms: D004935:Esophageal Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D004944:Esophagoplasty / Q000379:methods; D004947:Esophagus / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D013528:Surgical Staplers; D013536:Suture Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation