Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	118552
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Case Report
Article Title	Surgical management of dysphagia at the oropharyngeal-esophageal junction due to cervical spondylosis: Two case reports
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Xiao-Hua Li, Yan-Yu Sun, Ting-Ting Chen, Fang Yang, Zhen-Bin Lai and Jie He
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Corresponding Author	Jie He, Director, Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen Medical College, No. 566 Shengguang Road, Jimei District, Xiamen 361021, Fujian Province, China. hejie5288@qq.com
Key Words	Dysphagia; Oropharyngeal-esophageal junction; Cervical spondylosis; Gastroscopy; Cervical magnetic resonance imaging; Orthopedic surgery; Case report
Core Tip	This study reports cervical spondylosis at the oropharyngeal-esophageal junction as a rare but treatable cause of oropharyngeal dysphagia in two elderly patients. By presenting these uncommon cases, the study demonstrates that this etiology should be considered when common causes are ruled out. Dysphagia was resolved through orthopedic surgery and subsequent rehabilitation in both patients. Collectively, these findings highlight the importance of recognizing cervical spondylosis as a potential cause of dysphagia and facilitating appropriate intervention to prevent serious complications and improve clinical outcomes, thereby contributing to better management of dysphagia.
Citation	Li XH, Sun YY, Chen TT, Yang F, Lai ZB, He J. Surgical management of dysphagia at the oropharyngeal-esophageal junction due to cervical spondylosis: Two case reports. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press

Received	2026-01-06 08:00
Peer-Review Started	2026-01-06 08:03
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-01-14 02:41
Return for Revision	2026-01-14 02:41
Revised	2026-02-11 04:12
Publication Fee Transferred	2026-02-14 01:31
Second Decision by Editor	2026-03-23 02:49
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-03-23 10:23
Articles in Press	2026-03-23 10:23
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