About
An oesophagogastrectomy involves removing your oesophagus entirely. It'll most likely be carried out as part of a wider treatment plan, which may include chemotherapy and possibly radiotherapy.
Need to know
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What happens icon plus
Your consultant surgeon will make a few cuts in your chest and tummy (or in your neck and tummy) to gain access to your oesophagus. They'll then remove your oesophagus, along with the top of your stomach and nearby lymph nodes. They'll also use the remainder of your stomach to replace your oesophagus. An oesophagogastrectomy is carried out under general anaesthetic, which means you'll be asleep. -
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As you'll be receiving a general anaesthetic, you'll most likely need to limit your food and drink intake in the hours leading up to your operation. Your consultant or nurse specialist will explain this and any other preparations you may need to take. They'll also explain any risks and side effects, and answer any questions you might have. -
Afterwards icon plus
After your procedure, we'll transfer you to our recovery ward, where we'll care for you for a few days. Your consultant will let you know when you can get back to your usual routine, including work or exercise.
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
Appointments 0207 908 8001
Enquiries 020 3130 6833
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London Digestive Centre
41 Welbeck Street
London
W1G 8DU
Call 020 7908 8001
Opening hours Monday - Friday: 8am - 8pm
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London Digestive Surgery
41 Welbeck Street
London
W1G 8DU
Call 020 3131 5319
Opening hours Monday - Friday: 8am - 8pm
All of our upper GI and colorectal consultant are at our Chiswick clinic on Saturdays
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