Figure 2

Intracorporeal circular stapling technique. A. A circular stapler is introduced into the abdomen through the left midclavicular line port which is extended to a length of 4–6 cm. B. After pneumoperitoneum is re-established, the circular stapler is inserted into the jejunum. C. Double-stapling esophagojejeunostomy is performed under direct laparoscopic view. D. Laparoscopic view after completion of the anastomosis.