
General SurgeryAnastomotic LeakPostoperative Care
Reevaluating the Necessity of Nasogastric Tubes After Oesophagectomy: Insights from a Nordic Multicentre Trial
By MedXY|Oct 4, 2025
A comprehensive Nordic trial reveals that postoperative nasogastric tube removal may increase anastomotic leak risk after oesophagectomy, suggesting continued use of NG tubes for patient safety.
