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This video report demonstrates a patient undergoing a 2-field minimally invasive esophagectomy using a transcervical videoscopic esophageal dissection. Using a modified single-incision trocar system, a complete mediastinal dissection of the esophagus can be accomplished under direct vision. This can be performed simultaneously with the abdominal portion of the esophagectomy. This allows for a shorter operative time, eliminating the need for single-lung ventilation, and reducing the risk for postoperative pulmonary complications by avoiding the pleural cavity. Thank you for considering this video.