Journal of surgical oncology
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The Groshong catheter (GC) is commonly used as a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC), and the external jugular vein (EJV) is not a common route for central venous access (CVA). Therefore, external jugular venous catheterization (EJVC) using a GC is rare. However, our experience has shown that this procedure is safe and simple for CVA. ⋯ Our experience demonstrates that EJVC using the GC is acceptable for CVA.
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To investigate the impact of using paclitaxel in chemoradiation on locally advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) treated with or without surgery. ⋯ Both surgery and the use of paclitaxel-based chemoradiation may improve local disease control. Future randomized trials should integrate paclitaxel into definitive chemoradiation.