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Laparoscopic Radical Gastrectomy for Remnant Gastric Cancer
Published on: October 31, 2025
[Laparoscopic partial gastrectomy: Analysis of 18 procedures].
Yong Chen1, San-lin Lei, Lun-xi Duan
1Department Department of Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Surgery,Second Xiangya Hospital,Central South University, Changsha 410011,China. zndxxyeyy@126.com.
Summary
Laparoscopic partial gastrectomy is a safe and feasible surgical option for select patients. This minimally invasive approach shows comparable outcomes to open surgery when performed by skilled surgeons with appropriate indications.
Area of Science:
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Surgical oncology
- Gastrointestinal surgery
Context:
- Laparoscopic partial gastrectomy is an alternative to open surgery for gastric conditions.
- Evaluating the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic partial gastrectomy is crucial for clinical practice.
Purpose:
- To explore the indications and outcomes of laparoscopic partial gastrectomy.
- To assess the feasibility and safety of laparoscopic partial gastrectomy in a clinical setting.
Summary:
- This retrospective study analyzed 18 patients undergoing laparoscopic partial gastrectomy.
- Sixteen patients successfully completed the procedure, with indications including gastric cancer, duodenal ulcers, and polyps.
- Complications included subcutaneous emphysema (5.88%) and distal loop obstruction (6.25%), with one case of trocar site metastasis. No deaths were reported.
Impact:
- Laparoscopic partial gastrectomy demonstrates safety and feasibility with skillful technique and restricted indications.
- Surgical outcomes may be comparable to traditional open surgery, offering a minimally invasive alternative.