| Sumario: | Objective: This study evaluates whether the stapler size used in esophagojejunostomy affects development of anastomotic leak or stricture. Material and Methods: Data of patients who underwent esophagojejunostomy with a stapler between August 2009 and January 2011 were obtained. Patients who underwent a stapled esophagojejunostomy anastomosis were divided into two groups. In Group A (n=30), a 28-mm-diameter stapling device was used whereas group B (n=30) a 25-mm-diameter stapler was used in esophagojejunostomy anastomosis. The differences between groups A and B were analyzed. Results: No statically significant differences were found in terms of age, gender, body mass index or albumin levels between the groups. One anastomotic leak and one stricture was detected in each group. There was no significant difference in the rate of leakage or stricture between groups A and B. Conclusion: There was no significant relationship between the size of the stapler used in esophagojejunostomy and anastomotic leak or the development of stricture.
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