👉 Ostectomy (also called an oesophagectomy) is a surgical procedure that involves removing the entire inner lining of the esophagus, which is the muscular tube that connects the stomach to the chest. This operation can be performed if there are any issues with the function or structure of the esophagus. The ostectomy typically involves making an incision in the esophagus and then cutting away at its outer layer of tissue. The result is a thin, rounded piece of tissue