We conclude that reconstructing the hypopharynx with gastric tube is a reliable and safe method, though its clinical outcome depends mainly on the stage of the tumor at the time of reconstruction.

• 我们认为广泛性下咽部切除及使用长胃管重建是十分安全及有效的手术，掌握手术时机及手术前之癌症分期均会影响治疗的预后。