Swenson-Hiatt Operation

Swenson-Hiatt surgery is one of the methods of treating diseases of the esophagus, which was developed by American surgeons Swenson and Hiatt in 1950. This operation is aimed at restoring the patency of the esophagus after its removal or injury.

The essence of the operation is that through an incision in the neck, the surgeon creates a new channel for the passage of food. This channel is created by connecting the esophagus to the stomach through a new incision in the stomach. The surgeon then connects the ends of the new canal to the esophagus and stomach using special materials such as leather or plastic.

The Swenson-Hiatt operation can be performed either open or laparoscopically. The laparoscopic method has a number of advantages over the open method, including less trauma, fewer postoperative complications and faster patient recovery.

After surgery, patients can begin feeding through the new channel within a few days. However, it may take several weeks or months for complete restoration of esophageal patency.

Although the Swenson-Hiatt procedure is an effective treatment, it may have some risks such as bleeding, infection, damage to adjacent organs, etc. Therefore, before performing the operation, it is necessary to carefully assess the patient’s condition and conduct appropriate examination.

In general, the Swenson-Hiatt procedure is a fairly common method of treating esophageal diseases and can be an effective way to restore patency of the esophagus. However, before undergoing it, it is necessary to undergo a thorough examination and discuss all possible risks and benefits with the surgeon.