Anatomic patterns of anastomotic leaks after Ivor Lewis esophagectomy for cancer: Impact on management and outcomes.

Background: Anastomotic leakage presentation after Ivor Lewis esophagectomy may vary on imaging. Such variations may influence anastomotic leakage management and outcomes.

Methods: All consecutive patients who underwent Ivor Lewis esophagectomy for cancer between 2012 and 2019 in 2 referral centers were included.