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Triemstra L, den Boer RB, Rovers MM, Hazenberg CEVB, van Hillegersberg R, Grutters JPC, Ruurda JP. A systematic review on the effectiveness of robot-assisted minimally invasive gastrectomy. Gastric Cancer 2024; 27:932-946. [PMID: 38990413 PMCID: PMC11335791 DOI: 10.1007/s10120-024-01534-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 06/30/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND Robot-assisted minimally invasive gastrectomy (RAMIG) is increasingly used as a surgical approach for gastric cancer. This study assessed the effectiveness of RAMIG and studied which stages of the IDEAL-framework (1 = Idea, 2A = Development, 2B = Exploration, 3 = Assessment, 4 = Long-term follow-up) were followed. METHODS The Cochrane Library, Embase, Pubmed, and Web of Science were searched for studies on RAMIG up to January 2023. Data collection included the IDEAL-stage, demographics, number of participants, and study design. For randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and long-term studies, data on intra-, postoperative, and oncologic outcomes, survival, and costs of RAMIG were collected and summarized. RESULTS Of the 114 included studies, none reported the IDEAL-stage. After full-text reading, 18 (16%) studies were considered IDEAL-2A, 75 (66%) IDEAL-2B, 4 (4%) IDEAL-3, and 17 (15%) IDEAL-4. The IDEAL-stages were followed sequentially (2A-4), with IDEAL-2A studies still ongoing. IDEAL-3 RCTs showed lower overall complications (8.5-9.2% RAMIG versus 17.6-19.3% laparoscopic total/subtotal gastrectomy), equal 30-day mortality (0%), and equal length of hospital stay for RAMIG (mean 5.7-8.5 days RAMIG versus 6.4-8.2 days open/laparoscopic total/subtotal gastrectomy). Lymph node yield was similar across techniques, but RAMIG incurred significantly higher costs than laparoscopic total/subtotal gastrectomy ($13,423-15,262 versus $10,165-10,945). IDEAL-4 studies showed similar or improved overall/disease-free survival for RAMIG. CONCLUSION During worldwide RAMIG implementation, the IDEAL-framework was followed in sequential order. IDEAL-3 and 4 long-term studies showed that RAMIG is similar or even better to conventional surgery in terms of hospital stay, lymph node yield, and overall/disease-free survival. In addition, RAMIG showed reduced postoperative complication rates, despite higher costs.
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- L Triemstra
- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, G04.228, 3508 GA, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, G04.228, 3508 GA, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Imaging, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, G04.228, 3508 GA, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department for Health Evidence, Radboudumc University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, G04.228, 3508 GA, Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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Visser MR, Voeten DM, Gisbertz SS, Ruurda JP, van Berge Henegouwen MI, van Hillegersberg R. Outcomes after gastrectomy according to the Gastrectomy Complications Consensus Group (GCCG) in the Dutch Upper GI Cancer Audit (DUCA). Gastric Cancer 2024; 27:1124-1135. [PMID: 38943030 PMCID: PMC11335793 DOI: 10.1007/s10120-024-01527-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 06/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/30/2024]
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BACKGROUND In 2019, the Gastrectomy Complications Consensus Group (GCCG) published a standardized set of complications aiming toward uniform reporting of post-gastrectomy complications. This study aimed to report outcomes after gastrectomy in the Netherlands according to GCCG definitions and compare them to previously reported national results and the European database reported by the GCCG. METHODS This nationwide, population-based cohort study included all patients undergoing gastrectomy for gastric cancer registered in the DUCA in 2020-2021. Postoperative morbidity and 30-day/in-hospital mortality were analyzed according to the GCCG definitions. For all patients, baseline characteristics and outcomes were compared with the GCCG cohort consisting of 27 European expert centers (GASTRODATA; 2017-2018). RESULTS In 2020-2021, 782 patients underwent gastrectomy in the Netherlands. Variation was seen in baseline characteristics between the Dutch and the GCCG cohort (N = 1349), most notably in minimally invasive surgery (80.6% vs 19.6%, p < 0.001). In the Netherlands, 223 (28.5%) patients developed a total of 407 complications, the most frequent being non-surgical infections (28.5%) and anastomotic leakage (13.4%). The overall complication and 30-day mortality rates were similar between the Dutch and GCCG cohort (28.5% vs 29.8%, p = 0.563; 3.7% vs 3.6%, p = 0.953). Higher surgical and endoscopic/radiologic reintervention rates were observed in the Netherlands compared to the GCCG cohort (10.7% vs 7.8%, p = 0.025; 10.9% vs 2.9%, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Reporting outcomes according to the standardized GCCG definitions allows for international benchmarking. Postoperative outcomes were comparable between Dutch and GCCG cohorts, but both exceed the international benchmark for expert gastrectomy care, highlighting targets for national and international quality improvement.
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- Maurits R Visser
- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, University of Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Scientific Bureau, Dutch Institute for Clinical Auditing, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC Location Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, University of Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, University of Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands.
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Fabbi M, Milani MS, Giacopuzzi S, De Werra C, Roviello F, Santangelo C, Galli F, Benevento A, Rausei S. Adherence to Guidelines for Diagnosis, Staging, and Treatment for Gastric Cancer in Italy According to the View of Surgeons and Patients. J Clin Med 2024; 13:4240. [PMID: 39064280 PMCID: PMC11277783 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13144240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2024] [Revised: 07/09/2024] [Accepted: 07/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Background: Despite the strong declining trends in incidence and mortality over the last decades, gastric cancer (GC) is still burdened with high mortality, even in high-income countries. To improve GC prognosis, several guidelines have been increasingly published with indications about the most appropriate GC management. The Italian Society of Digestive System Pathology (SIPAD) and Gastric Cancer Italian Research Group (GIRCG) designed a survey for both surgeons and patients with the purpose of evaluating the degree of application and adherence to guidelines in GC management in Italy. Materials and Methods: Between January and May 2022, a questionnaire has been administered to a sample of Italian surgeons and, in a simplified version, to members of the Patient Association "Vivere Senza Stomaco" (patients surgically treated for GC between 2008 and 2021) to investigate the diagnosis, staging, and treatment issues. Results: The survey has been completed by 125 surgeons and 125 patients. Abdominal CT with gastric hydro-distension before treatment was not widespread in both groups (47% and 42%, respectively). The rate of surgeons stating that they do not usually perform minimally invasive gastrectomy was 15%, but the rate of patients who underwent a minimally invasive approach was 22% (between 2011 and 2022). The percentage of surgeons declaring to perform extended lymphadenectomy (>D2) was 97%, although a limited lymph node dissection rate was observed in about 35% of patients. Conclusions: This survey shows several important discrepancies from surgical attitudes declared by surgeons and real data derived from the reports available to the patients, suggesting heterogeneous management in clinical practice and, thus, a not rigorous adherence to the guidelines.
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- Manrica Fabbi
- Department of General Surgery, Cittiglio-Angera Hospital, ASST Settelaghi, 21033 Varese, Italy; (M.S.M.); (S.R.)
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- Department of General Surgery, Cittiglio-Angera Hospital, ASST Settelaghi, 21033 Varese, Italy; (M.S.M.); (S.R.)
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- General and Upper GI Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, University of Verona, 37134 Verona, Italy;
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- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, Federico II University Hospital, 80131 Naples, Italy;
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- Department of Medical Surgical Sciences and Neurosciences, Section of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology, Istituto Toscano Tumori (ITT), University Hospital of Siena, University of Siena, 53100 Siena, Italy;
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- Department of General Surgery, Gallarate Hospital, ASST Valle Olona, 21013 Gallarate, Italy; (F.G.); (A.B.)
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- Department of General Surgery, Gallarate Hospital, ASST Valle Olona, 21013 Gallarate, Italy; (F.G.); (A.B.)
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- Department of General Surgery, Cittiglio-Angera Hospital, ASST Settelaghi, 21033 Varese, Italy; (M.S.M.); (S.R.)
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Puccetti F, Cinelli L, Turi S, Socci D, Rosati R, Elmore U, On Behalf Of The Osr CCeR Collaborative Group. Short- and Long-Term Advantages of Laparoscopic Gastrectomy for Elderly Patients with Locally Advanced Cancer. Cancers (Basel) 2024; 16:2477. [PMID: 39001540 PMCID: PMC11240721 DOI: 10.3390/cancers16132477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2024] [Revised: 06/16/2024] [Accepted: 07/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
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Minimally invasive surgery has provided several clinical advantages in locally advanced gastric cancer (LAGC) care, although a consensus on its application criteria remains unclear. Surgery remains a careful choice in elderly patients, who frequently present with frailty, comorbidities, and other disabling diseases. This study aims to assess the possible advantages of laparoscopic gastric resections in elderly patients presenting with LAGC. This retrospective study analyzed a single-center series of elderly patients (≥75 years) undergoing curative resections for LAGC between 2015 and 2020. A comparative analysis of open versus laparoscopic approaches was conducted, focusing on postoperative complications, length of hospital stay (LOS), and long-term survival. A total of 62 patients underwent gastrectomy through an open or a laparoscopic approach (31 pts each). The study population did not show statistically significant differences in demographics, operative risk, and neoadjuvant chemotherapy. The laparoscopic group reported significantly minimized overall complications (45.2 vs. 71%, p = 0.039) and pulmonary complications (0 vs. 9.7%, p = 0.038) as well as a shorter LOS (8 vs. 12 days, p = 0.007). Lymph node harvest was equal between the groups, although long-term overall survival presented significantly better after laparoscopic gastrectomy (p = 0.048), without a relevant difference in terms of disease-free and disease-specific survivals. Laparoscopic gastrectomy proves effective in elderly LAGC patients, offering substantial short- and long-term postoperative benefits.
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- Francesco Puccetti
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, 20132 Milan, Italy
- School of Medicine, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, 20132 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, 20132 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, 20132 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, 20132 Milan, Italy
- School of Medicine, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, 20132 Milan, Italy
- School of Medicine, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy
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Willmer WFDEA, Samonge EFN, Barcia Junior OE, Bogossian GM, Assumpção LR, Marques RG. Comparison between Glasgow prognostic criteria and O-POSSUM/ P-POSSUM physiological indices in patients undergoing gastrectomy for gastric adenocarcinoma and the occurrency of early postoperative complications. Rev Col Bras Cir 2024; 51:e20243662. [PMID: 38985034 DOI: 10.1590/0100-6991e-20243662-en] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 02/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/11/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Gastric cancer is still the third cause of death worldwide due to malignant neoplasms. Its prognostic indices have not yet been well defined for surgical intervention in terms of stratifying the intensity of chronic inflammation. The Glasgow Prognostic Score (GPS) and O-POSSUM and P-POSSUM Indices may constitute these standardizations and were tested to assess the association between them and the prognosis after curative gastrectomy. METHOD Retrospective observational study, analysing medical records of patients with gastric adenocarcinoma who underwent gastrectomy, from 2015 to 2021, in two hospitals in Rio de Janeiro. Surgical extension, pre, peri and postoperative clinical and laboratory data were observed, up to 30 days after surgery. Patients were layered by GPS and compared according to the Clavien-Dindo (CD) classification. Logistic regression was performed to test the association between the outcome and independent variables. RESULTS Of the 48 patients, 56.25% were female. There was difference between the groups regarding surgical extension and GPS (both with p<0.001), while O-POSSUM, P-POSSUM and age showed no difference. Factors associated with CD ≥ III-a complication in the univariate analysis were GPS (OR: 85,261; CI: 24,909- 291,831) and P-POSSUM (OR: 1,211; CI:1,044-1,404). In the multivariate analysis, the independent factors associated with CD ≥ III-a were GPS (OR:114,865; CI: 15,430-855,086), P-POSSUM (OR: 1,133; CI: 1,086-1,181) and O-POSSUM (OR: 2,238; CI: 1,790-2,797). CONCLUSION In this model, GPS, P-POSSUM and O-POSSUM predicted serious surgical complications. There is a need for further studies to establish strategies to minimize the inflammatory response in the preoperative period.
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- William Frederic DE Araújo Willmer
- - Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto/UERJ, Programa de Pós-graduação em Fisiopatologia e Ciências Cirúrgicas - Rio de Janeiro - RJ - Brasil
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- - Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto/UERJ, Programa de Pós-graduação em Fisiopatologia e Ciências Cirúrgicas - Rio de Janeiro - RJ - Brasil
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- - Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto/UERJ, Programa de Pós-graduação em Fisiopatologia e Ciências Cirúrgicas - Rio de Janeiro - RJ - Brasil
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Chan KS, Oo AM. Learning curve of laparoscopic and robotic total gastrectomy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Surg Today 2024; 54:509-522. [PMID: 36912987 DOI: 10.1007/s00595-023-02672-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2022] [Accepted: 02/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023]
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PURPOSE Minimally-invasive total gastrectomy (MITG) is associated with lower morbidity in comparison to open total gastrectomy but requires a learning curve (LC). We aimed to perform a pooled analysis of the number of cases required to surmount the LC (NLC) in MITG. METHODS A systematic review of PubMed, Embase, Scopus and the Cochrane Library from inception until August 2022 was performed for studies reporting the LC in laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG) and/or robotic total gastrectomy (RTG). Poisson mean (95% confidence interval [CI]) was used to determine the NLC. Negative binomial regression was performed as a comparative analysis. RESULTS There were 12 articles with 18 data sets: 12 data sets (n = 1202 patients) on LTG and 6 data sets (n = 318 patients) on RTG. The majority of studies were conducted in East Asia (94.4%). The majority of the data sets (n = 12/18, 66.7%) used non-arbitrary analyses. The NLC was significantly smaller in RTG in comparison to LTG [RTG 20.5 (95% CI 17.0-24.5); LTG 43.9 (95% CI 40.2-47.8); incidence rate ratio 0.47, p < 0.001]. The NLC was comparable between totally-laparoscopic total gastrectomy (TLTG) and laparoscopic-assisted total gastrectomy (LATG) [LATG 39.0 (95% CI 30.8-48.7); TLTG 36.0 (95% CI 30.4-42.4)]. CONCLUSIONS The LC for RTG was significantly shorter for LTG. However existing studies are heterogeneous.
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- Kai Siang Chan
- Department of General Surgery, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, 11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Singapore, 308433, Singapore.
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- Department of General Surgery, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, 11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Singapore, 308433, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
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Côme P, Rochefort P, De Crignis L, Dupré A. [Prophylactic gastrectomy]. Bull Cancer 2024:S0007-4551(24)00153-X. [PMID: 38755036 DOI: 10.1016/j.bulcan.2024.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2024] [Revised: 04/05/2024] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
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One to 3% of gastric cancers are secondary to genetic predisposition, notably hereditary diffuse gastric cancers (HDGC) caused by CDH1 gene mutations. According to French recommendations, in case of CDH1 gene mutation, a prophylactic total gastrectomy should be performed between 20 and 30 years old. This gastrectomy should remove all the gastric mucosa at both extremities (duodenal and esophageal sides). Histopathological examinations of prophylactic total gastrectomies in asymptomatic CDH1-mutated patients reveal microscopic foci of diffuse-type cancer in 90 to 100% of cases. Lymph node involvement and lympho-vascular invasion are extremely rare, justifying the use of a D1-only lymphadenectomy. In the context of prophylaxis, limited lymphadenectomy and the development of minimally invasive oesogastric surgery, the minimally invasive approach might be the preferred approach, in expert centers. Surgical outcomes seem to be similar to those after gastrectomy for cancer. Prophylactic total gastrectomy is the cornerstone of CGDH management, associated with multidisciplinary follow-up and mammary surveillance in women.
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- Perrine Côme
- Department of Surgical Oncology, Centre Léon-Bérard, 28, rue Laennec, 69008 Lyon, France
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Centre Léon-Bérard, 69008 Lyon, France
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Centre Léon-Bérard, 28, rue Laennec, 69008 Lyon, France
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Centre Léon-Bérard, 28, rue Laennec, 69008 Lyon, France; U1032 LabTau, Inserm, université de Lyon, 69003 Lyon, France.
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Hatipoglu E, Erginoz E, Askar A, Erguney S. Accuracy of the ACS NSQIP Surgical Risk Calculator for Predicting Postoperative Complications in Gastric Cancer Following Open Gastrectomy. Am Surg 2024; 90:640-647. [PMID: 37823864 DOI: 10.1177/00031348231206581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/13/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The prediction of complications before gastric surgery is of utmost importance in shared decision making and proper counseling of the patient in order to minimize postoperative complications. Our aim was to evaluate the predictive validity of American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP) risk calculator in gastric cancer patients who underwent gastrectomy. METHODS Preoperative assessment data of 432 patients were retrospectively reviewed and manually entered into the calculator. The accuracy of the calculator was evaluated using Pearson's chi-squared test, C-statistic, Brier score, and Hosmer-Lemeshow test. RESULTS The lowest Brier scores were observed in urinary tract infection, renal failure, venous thromboembolism, pneumonia, and cardiac complications. Best results were obtained for predicting sepsis, discharge to rehabilitation facility, and death (low Brier scores, C-statistic >.7, and Hosmer-Lemeshow P > .05). CONCLUSION The calculator had a strong performance in predicting sepsis, discharge to the rehabilitation facility, and death. However, it performed poor in predicting the most commonly observed events (any or serious complication and surgical site infection).
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- Engin Hatipoglu
- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa - Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa - Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa - Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa - Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey
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Liu W, Guo Y, Qiu Z, Liu X, Zhang J, Sun Z. A Modified Purse-String Stapling Technique for Intracorporeal Circular Stapled Esophagojejunostomy During Laparoscopic Total Gastrectomy: Comparison with Extracorporeal Reconstruction Technique. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2023; 33:1074-1080. [PMID: 37787916 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2023.0253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/04/2023] Open
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Background: Intracorporeal esophagojejunostomy (EJ) in the context of laparoscopic total gastrectomy remains a complex and technically demanding procedure. We have previously introduced a novel method of intracorporeal circular stapled EJ utilizing a conventional purse-string suture instrument. Since May 2018, we have refined this technique, and the aim of this study was to assess its safety and efficacy. Methods: Between May 2018 and June 2022, we enrolled 92 patients who underwent laparoscopic total gastrectomy with the modified intracorporeal reconstruction method. In addition, between March 2014 and June 2022, we enrolled 121 patients who underwent the procedure with the extracorporeal reconstruction method. We retrospectively collected and compared the clinical data of these 2 patient cohorts. Results: Intracorporeal reconstruction group experienced lower postoperative pain scores (2.7 ± 1.3 versus 4.5 ± 1.4, P = .032), reduced administration of analgesics (3.1 ± 2.2 versus 5.0 ± 3.5, P = .041), and shorter postoperative hospital stays (4.9 ± 2.3 versus 6.3 ± 3.5, P = .045) compared with the extracorporeal reconstruction group. In addition, anastomotic time and postoperative pain score were not increased in the overweight patients in the intracorporeal reconstruction group. Anastomotic leakage occurred in 2 (2.2%) patients in the intracorporeal reconstruction group and 4 (3.3%) patients in the extracorporeal reconstruction group. Anastomotic stricture occurred in 1 (1.1% and 0.8%) patient in each group. There was no significant difference in the overall postoperative complication rate between the 2 groups. Conclusions: The modified intracorporeal purse-string stapling technique for EJ during laparoscopic total gastrectomy is a safe and viable option, exhibiting less invasiveness and comparable outcomes to the extracorporeal reconstruction method, especially suitable for obese patients.
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- Weiguo Liu
- Department of General Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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Gamble LA, Lopez R, Rajasimhan S, Samaranayake SG, Bowden C, Famiglietti AL, Blakely AM, Jha S, Ahlman MA, Davis JL. Micronutrient Supplementation and Bone Health After Prophylactic Total Gastrectomy in Patients With CDH1 Variants. J Clin Endocrinol Metab 2023; 108:2635-2642. [PMID: 36950857 PMCID: PMC10505525 DOI: 10.1210/clinem/dgad137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Indexed: 03/24/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Patients with germline variants in CDH1 who undergo prophylactic total gastrectomy (TG) are at risk of altered nutrient and drug absorption due to modified gastrointestinal anatomy. Bone mineral density loss and micronutrient deficiencies have not been described previously in this patient population. METHODS In this study we included 94 patients with germline CDH1 variants who underwent prophylactic TG between October 2017 and February 2022. We examined pre- and post-gastrectomy bone mineral density (BMD); serum biomarkers including calcium, phosphorus, alkaline phosphatase, and 25 (OH)-vitamin D; and postoperative adherence to calcium and multivitamin supplementation. RESULTS Almost all patients (92/94, 98%) lost a substantial amount of weight post-TG, with an average weight loss of 26.5% at 12 months post-surgery. Serum biomarkers of mineral metabolism, namely calcium and phosphorus, did not change significantly after TG. However, average BMD was decreased in all patients at 12 months post-TG. Nonadherence to calcium supplementation was associated with a decrease in BMD. Nonadherence to multivitamin supplementation was associated with greater percent BMD loss in the femoral neck and total hip. CONCLUSIONS Appropriate micronutrient supplementation and nutritional counseling pre- and postoperatively in patients undergoing prophylactic TG are important to mitigate the long-term effects of gastrectomy on bone health.
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- Lauren A Gamble
- Surgical Oncology Program, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- Clinical Center Nutrition Department, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
- US Public Health Service, Washington, DC 20245, USA
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- Pharmacy Department, National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- Surgical Oncology Program, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- Surgical Oncology Program, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- Surgical Oncology Program, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- Surgical Oncology Program, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- Radiology and Imaging Sciences, National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- Surgical Oncology Program, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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Hayashi K, Inaki N, Sakimura Y, Yamaguchi T, Obatake Y, Terai S, Kitamura H, Kadoya S, Bando H. Pancreatic thickness as a predictor of postoperative pancreatic fistula after laparoscopic or robotic gastrectomy. Surg Endosc 2023:10.1007/s00464-023-10021-0. [PMID: 36997651 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-023-10021-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 03/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Despite technical advances in minimally invasive gastrectomy for gastric cancer, an increased incidence of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) has been reported. POPF can cause infectious and bleeding complications, which could lead to surgery-related death; therefore, reduction of the post-gastrectomy POPF risk is crucial. This study aimed to investigate the importance of pancreatic anatomy as a predictor of POPF in patients undergoing laparoscopic or robotic gastrectomy. METHODS Data were collected from 331 consecutive patients who underwent laparoscopic or robotic gastrectomy for gastric cancer. The thickness of the pancreas anterior to the most ventral level of the splenic artery (TPS) was measured. The correlation between TPS and POPF incidence was investigated using univariate and multivariate analyses. RESULTS The cutoff value of TPS was 11.8 mm, which predicted a high drain amylase concentration on postoperative day 1, and patients were categorized into thin (Tn group) and thick TPS groups (Tk group). There was no significant difference in the background characteristics between the two groups, except for sex (P = 0.009) and body mass index (P < 0.001). The incidences of POPF grade B or higher (2% vs. 16%, P < 0.001), all postoperative complications of grade II or higher (12% vs. 28%, P = 0.004), and postoperative intra-abdominal infections of grade II or higher (4% vs. 17%, P = 0.001) were significantly higher in the Tk group. Multivariable analysis identified that high TPS was the only independent risk factor for grade B or higher POPF and grade II or higher postoperative intra-abdominal infectious complications. CONCLUSIONS The TPS is a specific predictive factor for POPF and postoperative intra-abdominal infectious complications in patients undergoing laparoscopic or robotic gastrectomy. Careful pancreatic manipulation during suprapancreatic lymphadenectomy is necessary for patients with increased TPS (> 11.8 mm) to avoid postoperative complications.
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- Kengo Hayashi
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital, Kuratsukihigashi, 2 Chome-1, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8530, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery, Kanazawa University Hospital, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital, Kuratsukihigashi, 2 Chome-1, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8530, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital, Kuratsukihigashi, 2 Chome-1, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8530, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital, Kuratsukihigashi, 2 Chome-1, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8530, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital, Kuratsukihigashi, 2 Chome-1, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8530, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital, Kuratsukihigashi, 2 Chome-1, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8530, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital, Kuratsukihigashi, 2 Chome-1, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8530, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital, Kuratsukihigashi, 2 Chome-1, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8530, Japan
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Decourtye-Espiard L, Guilford P. Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer. Gastroenterology 2023; 164:719-735. [PMID: 36740198 DOI: 10.1053/j.gastro.2023.01.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Revised: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/25/2023] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Hereditary diffuse gastric cancer (HDGC) is a dominantly inherited cancer syndrome characterized by a high incidence of diffuse gastric cancer (DGC) and lobular breast cancer (LBC). HDGC is caused by germline mutations in 2 genes involved in the epithelial adherens junction complex, CDH1 and CTNNA1. We discuss the genetics of HDGC and the variability of its clinical phenotype, in particular the variable penetrance of advanced DGC and LBC, both within and between families. We review the pathology of the disease, the mechanism of tumor initiation, and its natural history. Finally, we describe current best practice for the clinical management of HDGC, including emerging genetic testing criteria for the identification of new families, methods for endoscopic surveillance, the complications associated with prophylactic surgery, postoperative quality of life, and the emerging field of HDGC chemoprevention.
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- Lyvianne Decourtye-Espiard
- Cancer Genetics Laboratory, Centre for Translational Cancer Research (Te Aho Matatū), Department of Biochemistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Cancer Genetics Laboratory, Centre for Translational Cancer Research (Te Aho Matatū), Department of Biochemistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand.
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van der Veen A, van der Meulen MP, Seesing MFJ, Brenkman HJF, Haverkamp L, Luyer MDP, Nieuwenhuijzen GAP, Stoot JHMB, Tegels JJW, Wijnhoven BPL, Lagarde SM, de Steur WO, Hartgrink HH, Kouwenhoven EA, Wassenaar EB, Draaisma WA, Gisbertz SS, van der Peet DL, van Laarhoven HWM, Frederix GWJ, Ruurda JP, van Hillegersberg R. Cost-effectiveness of Laparoscopic vs Open Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer: An Economic Evaluation Alongside a Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Surg 2023; 158:120-128. [PMID: 36576822 PMCID: PMC9856973 DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2022.6337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Importance Laparoscopic gastrectomy is rapidly being adopted worldwide as an alternative to open gastrectomy to treat gastric cancer. However, laparoscopic gastrectomy might be more expensive as a result of longer operating times and more expensive surgical materials. To date, the cost-effectiveness of both procedures has not been prospectively evaluated in a randomized clinical trial. Objective To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of laparoscopic compared with open gastrectomy. Design, Setting, and Participants In this multicenter randomized clinical trial of patients undergoing total or distal gastrectomy in 10 Dutch tertiary referral centers, cost-effectiveness data were collected alongside a multicenter randomized clinical trial on laparoscopic vs open gastrectomy for resectable gastric adenocarcinoma (cT1-4aN0-3bM0). A modified societal perspective and 1-year time horizon were used. Costs were calculated on the individual patient level by using hospital registry data and medical consumption and productivity loss questionnaires. The unit costs of laparoscopic and open gastrectomy were calculated bottom-up. Quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs) were calculated with the EuroQol 5-dimension questionnaire, in which a value of 0 indicates death and 1 indicates perfect health. Missing questionnaire data were imputed with multiple imputation. Bootstrapping was performed to estimate the uncertainty surrounding the cost-effectiveness. The study was conducted from March 17, 2015, to August 20, 2018. Data analyses were performed between September 1, 2020, and November 17, 2021. Interventions Laparoscopic vs open gastrectomy. Main Outcomes and Measures Evaluations in this cost-effectiveness analysis included total costs and QALYs. Results Between 2015 and 2018, 227 patients were included. Mean (SD) age was 67.5 (11.7) years, and 140 were male (61.7%). Unit costs for initial surgery were calculated to be €8124 (US $8087) for laparoscopic total gastrectomy, €7353 (US $7320) for laparoscopic distal gastrectomy, €6584 (US $6554) for open total gastrectomy, and €5893 (US $5866) for open distal gastrectomy. Mean total costs after 1-year follow-up were €26 084 (US $25 965) in the laparoscopic group and €25 332 (US $25 216) in the open group (difference, €752 [US $749; 3.0%]). Mean (SD) QALY contributions during 1 year were 0.665 (0.298) in the laparoscopic group and 0.686 (0.288) in the open group (difference, -0.021). Bootstrapping showed that these differences between treatment groups were relatively small compared with the uncertainty of the analysis. Conclusions and Relevance Although the laparoscopic gastrectomy itself was more expensive, after 1-year follow-up, results suggest that differences in both total costs and effectiveness were limited between laparoscopic and open gastrectomy. These results support centers' choosing, based on their own preference, whether to (de)implement laparoscopic gastrectomy as an alternative to open gastrectomy.
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- Arjen van der Veen
- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Heerlen and Sittard-Geleen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Heerlen and Sittard-Geleen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Meander Medical Center, Amersfoort, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, University of Amsterdam, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location VUmc, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, University of Amsterdam, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Shibao K, Honda S, Adachi Y, Kohi S, Kudou Y, Matayoshi N, Sato N, Hirata K. An advanced bipolar device helps reduce the rate of postoperative pancreatic fistula in laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer patients: a propensity score-matched analysis. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2022; 407:3479-3486. [PMID: 36181517 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-022-02692-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 10/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND Advanced bipolar devices (ABD; e.g., LigaSure™) have a lower blade temperature than ultrasonically activated devices (USAD; e.g., Harmonic® and Sonicision™) during activation, potentially enabling accurate lymph node dissection with less risk of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) due to pancreatic thermal injury in laparoscopic gastrectomy. Therefore, we compared the efficacy and safety of ABD and USAD in laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer patients. METHODS A retrospective cohort study was conducted on patients who underwent laparoscopic distal gastrectomy (LDG) between August 2008 and September 2020. A total of 371 patients were enrolled, and short-term surgical outcomes, including the incidence of ISGPF grades B and C POPF, were compared between ABD and USAD. The risk factors for POPF in LDG were investigated by univariate and multivariate analyses. RESULTS A propensity score-matching algorithm was used to select 120 patients for each group. The POPF rate was significantly lower (0.8 vs. 9.2%, p < 0.001), the morbidity rate was lower (13.3 vs. 28.3%, p < 0.001), the length of postoperative hospitalization was shorter (14 vs. 19 days, p < 0.001), and the lymph node retrieval rate was higher (34 vs. 26, p < 0.001) with an ABD than with a USAD. There were no mortalities in either group. A multivariate analysis showed that a USAD was the only independent risk factor with a considerably high odds ratio for the occurrence of POPF (USAD/ABD, odds ratio 8.38, p = 0.0466). CONCLUSION An ABD may improve the safety of laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer patients.
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- Kazunori Shibao
- Department of Surgery I, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 807-8555, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery I, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 807-8555, Japan
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- Department of Surgery I, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 807-8555, Japan
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- Department of Surgery I, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 807-8555, Japan
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- Department of Surgery I, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 807-8555, Japan
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- Department of Surgery I, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 807-8555, Japan
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- Department of Surgery I, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 807-8555, Japan
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- Department of Surgery I, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 807-8555, Japan
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Teranishi R, Takahashi T, Kurokawa Y, Sugase T, Saito T, Yamamoto K, Yamashita K, Tanaka K, Makino T, Yamasaki M, Motoori M, Omori T, Nakajima K, Eguchi H, Doki Y. Robotic Distal Gastrectomy Reduces Drain Amylase Values in Patients With a Small Pancreas-left Gastric Artery Angle. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2022; 32:311-318. [PMID: 35583613 PMCID: PMC9162270 DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000001038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2021] [Accepted: 12/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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PURPOSE Pancreatic fistula is a severe complication after laparoscopic distal gastrectomy (LDG). We previously evaluated the pancreas-left gastric artery angle (PLA) as a risk indicator for developing a pancreatic fistula after LDG. This study evaluated the incidence of pancreatic fistula with robotic distal gastrectomy (RDG) in comparison to LDG from the view of the PLA. MATERIALS AND METHODS An association between the PLA and the incidence of pancreatic fistula in 165 patients who underwent either RDG (n=45) or LDG (n=120) was investigated retrospectively. RESULTS RDG patients had significantly lower drain amylase values (postoperative day 2) than LDG patients. As opposed to LDG patients, drain amylase values were similar for patients with small (PLA <62 degrees) and large (PLA ≥62 degrees) PLA in RDG patients. CONCLUSION Robotic surgery may reduce the risk of postoperative pancreatic fistula in patients with a small PLA.
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- Ryugo Teranishi
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Surgery, Osaka General Medical Center, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Osaka International Cancer Institute
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita
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Ko CS, Gong CS, Kim BS, Kim SO, Kim HS. A comparative study of laparoscopic near-total and total gastrectomy for patient nutritional status and quality of life using a propensity score matching analysis. Surg Endosc 2022; 36:5610-5617. [PMID: 35612639 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08959-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2020] [Accepted: 12/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Previous studies of LNTG had small sample sizes and short follow-up periods and did not evaluate quality of life after LNTG. We aimed to compare surgical, oncological, nutritional outcomes, and quality of life of patients after laparoscopic near-total and total gastrectomy (LNTG and LTG, respectively). METHODS We retrospectively collected and analyzed data of 167 and 294 patients who underwent LNTG and LTG, respectively, for treatment of upper or middle third gastric cancer between January 2008 and December 2018. After propensity score matching, the surgical, oncological, and nutritional outcomes of 324 patients were analyzed. Moreover, we measured quality of life after surgery using a postgastrectomy syndrome scale. RESULTS The operation time and the length of hospital stay was significantly shorter in the LNTG group than in the LTG group. In addition, patients with anastomotic complications were fewer in the LNTG group. No significant difference was found in the 5-year overall survival rate between the two groups. However, patients in the LNTG group had a significantly smaller body weight loss after 3 months postoperatively. Furthermore, patients in the LNTG group had significantly healthier albumin and cholesterol than those in the LTG group. The mean scores on the postgastrectomy symptom scale at 3, 6, and 12 months postoperatively were higher in the LNTG group than in the LTG group. CONCLUSION LNTG is a surgically safe and oncologically favorable method compared with LTG. Furthermore, patients who underwent LNTG had improved nutritional status and quality of life than those who underwent LTG.
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- Chang Seok Ko
- Department of Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, 88, Olympic-Ro 43-Gil, Songpa-Gu, Seoul, 05505, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Uijeongbu Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University School of Medicine, 712, Dongil-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do, 11759, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Uijeongbu Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University School of Medicine, 712, Dongil-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do, 11759, Republic of Korea.
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Hu HT, Ma FH, Xiong JP, Li Y, Jin P, Liu H, Ma S, Kang WZ, Tian YT. Laparoscopic vs open total gastrectomy for advanced gastric cancer following neoadjuvant therapy: A propensity score matching analysis. World J Gastrointest Surg 2022; 14:161-173. [PMID: 35317541 PMCID: PMC8908343 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v14.i2.161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2021] [Revised: 12/13/2021] [Accepted: 02/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG) has drawn increasing attention over the years. Although LTG has shown surgical benefits compared to open TG (OTG) in early stage gastric cancer (GC), little is known about the surgical and oncological outcomes of LTG for advanced GC following neoadjuvant therapy (NAT).
AIM To compare the long- and short-term outcomes of advanced GC patients who underwent LTG vs OTG following NAT.
METHODS Advanced GC patients who underwent TG following NAT between April 2011 and May 2018 at the Cancer Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences were enrolled and stratified into two groups: LTG and OTG. Propensity score matching analysis was performed at a 1:1 ratio to overcome possible bias.
RESULTS In total, 185 patients were enrolled (LTG: 78; OTG: 109). Of these, 138 were paired after propensity score matching. After adjustment for propensity score matching, baseline parameters were similar between the two groups. Compared to OTG, LTG was associated with a significantly shorter length of hospital stay (P = 0.012). The rates of R0 resection, lymph node harvest, and postoperative morbidity did not significantly differ between the two groups. Overall survival (OS) outcomes were comparable between the two groups. Pathological T and N stages were found to be independent risk factors for OS.
CONCLUSION LTG can be a feasible method for advanced GC patients following NAT, as it appears to be associated with better short- and comparable long-term outcomes compared to OTG.
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- Hai-Tao Hu
- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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- Department of Pancreatic and Gastric Surgery, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, Beijing Province, China
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Laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer: has the time come for considered it a standard procedure? Surg Oncol 2022; 40:101699. [PMID: 34995972 DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2021.101699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2021] [Revised: 11/29/2021] [Accepted: 12/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Radical gastrectomy with an adequate lymphadenectomy is the main procedure which makes it possible to cure patients with resectable gastric cancer. A number of randomized controlled trials and meta-analysis provide phase III evidence that laparoscopic gastrectomy is technically safe and that it yields better short-term outcomes than conventional open gastrectomy for early-stage gastric cancer. At present, laparoscopic gastrectomy is considered a standard procedure for early-stage gastric cancer, especially in Asian countries. On the other hand, the use of minimally invasive techniques is still controversial for the treatment of more advanced tumours, principally due to existing concerns about its oncological adequacy and capacity to carry out an adequately extended lymphadenectomy. Additional high-quality studies comparing laparoscopic gastrectomy versus open gastrectomy for gastric cancer have been recently published, in particular concerning the latest results obtained by laparoscopic approach to advanced gastric cancer. It seems very useful to update the review of literature in light of these new evidences for this subject and draw some considerations.
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Hu Y, Yoon SS. Extent of gastrectomy and lymphadenectomy for gastric adenocarcinoma. Surg Oncol 2021; 40:101689. [PMID: 34839198 DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2021.101689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2021] [Revised: 11/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Gastric adenocarcinoma is one of the most common and lethal cancers worldwide and is associated with a high frequency of nodal metastasis. The value of multimodality therapy is well-established, but gastric resection and locoregional lymph node dissection are important mainstays in potentially curative therapy. However, there has been considerable regional variation in surgical approach and debate regarding the ideal extent of gastric resection, gastric reconstruction, and extent of lymphadenectomy. This chapter outlines the current evidence in the surgical management of gastric adenocarcinoma. The advent of minimally invasive approaches to gastric operations is also discussed.
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- Yinin Hu
- Division of General and Oncologic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Maryland Baltimore, Baltimore, MD, USA.
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- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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A Multicenter Retrospective Study Comparing Surgical Outcomes Between the Overlap Method and Functional Method for Esophagojejunostomy in Laparoscopic Total Gastrectomy: Analysis Using Propensity Score Matching. SURGICAL LAPAROSCOPY, ENDOSCOPY & PERCUTANEOUS TECHNIQUES 2021; 32:89-95. [PMID: 34545031 DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000001008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2021] [Accepted: 06/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to compare the postoperative outcomes after laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG) with esophagojejunostomy (EJS) performed using the overlap method or the functional method in a multicenter retrospective study with propensity score matching. METHODS We retrospectively enrolled all patients who underwent curative LTG for gastric cancer at 6 institutions between January 2004 and December 2018. Patients were categorized into the overlap group (OG) or functional group (FG) based on the type of anastomosis used in EJS. Patients in the groups were matched using the following propensity score covariates: age, sex, body mass index, American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status, extent of lymph node dissection, and Japanese Classification of Gastric Carcinoma stage. The surgical results and postoperative outcomes were compared. RESULTS We identified 69 propensity score-matched pairs among 440 patients who underwent LTG. There was no significant between-group difference in the median operative time, intraoperative blood, or number of lymph nodes resected. In terms of postoperative outcomes, the rates of all complications [Clavien-Dindo (CD) classification ≥II; OG 13.0 vs. FG 24.6%, respectively; P=0.082], complications more severe than CD grade III (OG 8.7 vs. FG 18.8%, respectively; P=0.084), and the occurrence of EJS leakage and stenosis more severe than CD grade III (OG 7.3% vs. FG 2.9%, P=0.245; OG 1.5 vs. FG 8.7%, P=0.115, respectively) were comparable. The median follow-up period was 830 days (range, 18 to 3376 d), and there were no differences in overall survival between the 2 groups. CONCLUSIONS There was no difference in surgical outcomes and overall survival based on the type of anastomosis used for EJS after LTG. Therefore, selection of anastomosis in EJS should be based on each surgeon's preference and experience.
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Young E, Philpott H, Singh R. Endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of gastric dysplasia and early cancer: Current evidence and what the future may hold. World J Gastroenterol 2021; 27:5126-5151. [PMID: 34497440 PMCID: PMC8384753 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v27.i31.5126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 07/07/2021] [Accepted: 08/05/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Gastric cancer accounts for a significant proportion of worldwide cancer-related morbidity and mortality. The well documented precancerous cascade provides an opportunity for clinicians to detect and treat gastric cancers at an endoscopically curable stage. In high prevalence regions such as Japan and Korea, this has led to the implementation of population screening programs. However, guidelines remain ambiguous in lower prevalence regions. In recent years, there have been many advances in the endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of early gastric cancer and precancerous lesions. More advanced endoscopic imaging has led to improved detection and characterization of gastric lesions as well as superior accuracy for delineation of margins prior to resection. In addition, promising early data on artificial intelligence in gastroscopy suggests a future role for this technology in maximizing the yield of advanced endoscopic imaging. Data on endoscopic resection (ER) are particularly robust in Japan and Korea, with high rates of curative ER and markedly reduced procedural morbidity. However, there is a shortage of data in other regions to support the applicability of protocols from these high prevalence countries. Future advances in endoscopic therapeutics will likely lead to further expansion of the current indications for ER, as both technology and proceduralist expertise continue to grow.
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- Edward Young
- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Elizabeth Vale 5112, SA, Australia
- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5000, SA, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Elizabeth Vale 5112, SA, Australia
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Elizabeth Vale 5112, SA, Australia
- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5000, SA, Australia
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East meets West: the initial results of laparoscopic gastric cancer resections with Eastern principles in a single Western centre - a propensity score-matched study. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2021; 406:2699-2708. [PMID: 34331126 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-021-02283-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2021] [Accepted: 07/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND We compared the initial experience of totally laparoscopic gastric cancer surgery with Eastern principles with the results of propensity score-matched counterparts operated with open surgery. METHODS From 1163 patients stored in our database, 62 PSM patients were selected for this study. The quality control was assured with video documentation and standardisation of the procedures. RESULTS According to the distribution of age, comorbidities, and general health, patients in the LG and OG were well-balanced. Most of the patients in both groups had advanced gastric cancer (69.3%). In the OG, 67.8% of patients received a total gastrectomy, as well as 54.8% of patients in the LG. There was no significant difference in the postoperative mortality between groups. The recovery of bowel function was significantly faster, and postoperative pain was significantly decreased in the LG. Compared to the OG, the inflammatory response was significantly smaller in the LG. There was no significant difference in the overall survival between LG and OG patients. CONCLUSION We have shown that laparoscopic gastrectomy with Eastern principles can be safely introduced in a high-volume Western centre with sufficient laparoscopic training. We have also shown that laparoscopy offers a significant faster bowel function recovery, less postoperative pain, and a smaller inflammatory response.
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Roh CK, Lee S, Son SY, Hur H, Han SU. Textbook outcome and survival of robotic versus laparoscopic total gastrectomy for gastric cancer: a propensity score matched cohort study. Sci Rep 2021; 11:15394. [PMID: 34321568 PMCID: PMC8319437 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-95017-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Textbook outcome is a composite quality measurement of short-term outcomes for evaluating complex surgical procedures. We compared textbook outcome and survival of robotic total gastrectomy (RTG) with those of laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG). We retrospectively reviewed 395 patients (RTG, n = 74; LTG, n = 321) who underwent curative total gastrectomy for gastric cancer via minimally invasive approaches from 2009 to 2018. We performed propensity score matched analysis to adjust for potential selection bias. Textbook outcome included a negative resection margin, no intraoperative complication, retrieved lymph nodes > 15, no severe complication, no reintervention, no unplanned intensive care unit admission, hospitalization ≤ 21 days, no readmission after discharge, and no postoperative mortality. Survival outcomes included 3-year overall and relapse-free survival rates. After matching, 74 patients in each group were selected. Textbook outcome was similar in the RTG and LTG groups (70.3% and 75.7%, respectively), although RTG required a longer operative time. The quality metric least often achieved was the presence of severe complications in both groups (77.0% in both groups). There were no differences in the 3-year overall survival rate (98.6% and 89.7%, respectively; log-rank P = 0.144) and relapse-free survival rate between the RTG and LTG groups (97.3% and 87.0%, respectively; log-rank P = 0.167). Textbook outcome and survival outcome of RTG were similar to those of LTG for gastric cancer.
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- Chul Kyu Roh
- Department of Surgery, Ajou University School of Medicine, 164, World cup-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyunggi-do, 16499, Republic of Korea.,Gastric Cancer Center, Ajou University Medical Center, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Ajou University School of Medicine, 164, World cup-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyunggi-do, 16499, Republic of Korea.,Gastric Cancer Center, Ajou University Medical Center, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Ajou University School of Medicine, 164, World cup-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyunggi-do, 16499, Republic of Korea.,Gastric Cancer Center, Ajou University Medical Center, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Ajou University School of Medicine, 164, World cup-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyunggi-do, 16499, Republic of Korea.,Gastric Cancer Center, Ajou University Medical Center, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Ajou University School of Medicine, 164, World cup-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyunggi-do, 16499, Republic of Korea. .,Gastric Cancer Center, Ajou University Medical Center, Suwon, Republic of Korea.
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Ko CS, Choi NR, Kim BS, Yook JH, Kim MJ, Kim BS. Totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy using the modified overlap method and conventional open total gastrectomy: A comparative study. World J Gastroenterol 2021; 27:2193-2204. [PMID: 34025073 PMCID: PMC8117731 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v27.i18.2193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2021] [Revised: 03/21/2021] [Accepted: 04/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Although several methods of totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy (TLTG) have been reported. The best anastomosis technique for LTG has not been established.
AIM To investigate the effectiveness and surgical outcomes of TLTG using the modified overlap method compared with open total gastrectomy (OTG) using the circular stapled method.
METHODS We performed 151 and 131 surgeries using TLTG with the modified overlap method and OTG for gastric cancer between March 2012 and December 2018. Surgical and oncological outcomes were compared between groups using propensity score matching. In addition, we analyzed the risk factors associated with postoperative complications.
RESULTS Patients who underwent TLTG were discharged earlier than those who underwent OTG [TLTG (9.62 ± 5.32) vs OTG (13.51 ± 10.67), P < 0.05]. Time to first flatus and soft diet were significantly shorter in TLTG group. The pain scores at all postoperative periods and administration of opioids were significantly lower in the TLTG group than in the OTG group. No significant difference in early, late and esophagojejunostomy (EJ)-related complications or 5-year recurrence free and overall survival between groups. Multivariate analysis demonstrated that body mass index [odds ratio (OR), 1.824; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.029-3.234, P = 0.040] and American Society of Anaesthesiologists (ASA) score (OR, 3.154; 95%CI: 1.084-9.174, P = 0.035) were independent risk factors of early complications. Additionally, age was associated with ≥ 3 Clavien-Dindo classification and EJ-related complications.
CONCLUSION Although TLTG with the modified overlap method showed similar complication rate and oncological outcome with OTG, it yields lower pain score, earlier bowel recovery, and discharge. Surgeons should perform total gastrectomy cautiously and delicately in patients with obesity, high ASA scores, and older ages.
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- Chang Seok Ko
- Department of Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, South Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, South Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, South Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, South Korea
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, South Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul 05505, South Korea
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Lee JS, Lee JH, Kim J, Na HK, Ahn JY, Jung KW, Kim DH, Choi KD, Song HJ, Lee GH, Jung HY. Predictive Role of Endoscopic Surveillance after Total Gastrectomy with R0 Resection for Gastric Cancer. J Korean Med Sci 2021; 36:e88. [PMID: 33847079 PMCID: PMC8042482 DOI: 10.3346/jkms.2021.36.e88] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Endoscopic surveillance after total gastrectomy (TG) for gastric cancer is routinely performed to detect tumor recurrence and postoperative adverse events. However, the reports on the clinical benefits of endoscopic surveillance are ambiguous. We investigated the clinical benefit of endoscopic surveillance after TG for gastric cancer. METHODS We analyzed 848 patients who underwent TG with R0 resection for gastric cancer between 2011 and 2012 (380 early gastric cancer and 468 advanced gastric cancer) and underwent regular postoperative surveillance with endoscopy and abdominopelvic computed tomography (CT) with contrast. RESULTS Median follow-up periods were 58 months for both endoscopy (range, 3-96) and abdominopelvic CT (range, 1-96). Tumor recurrence occurred in 167 patients (19.7%), of whom seven (4.2%) were locoregional recurrences in the peri-anastomotic area (n = 5) or regional gastric lymph nodes (n = 2). Whereas the peri-anastomotic recurrences were detected by both endoscopy and abdominopelvic CT, regional lymph node recurrences were only detected by abdominopelvic CT. Out of the 23 events of postoperative adverse events, the majority (87%) were detected by radiologic examinations; three events of benign strictures in the anastomotic site were detected only by endoscopy. CONCLUSION Endoscopic surveillance did not have a significant role in detecting locoregional tumor recurrence and postoperative adverse events after TG with R0 resection for gastric cancer. Routine endoscopic surveillance after TG may be considered optional and performed according to the capacities of each clinical setting.
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- Jung Su Lee
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Ilsan Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Goyang, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Gamble LA, Heller T, Davis JL. Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer Syndrome and the Role of CDH1: A Review. JAMA Surg 2021; 156:387-392. [PMID: 33404644 DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2020.6155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Importance Inherited variants in the tumor suppressor gene CDH1 are associated with an increased risk of gastric and breast cancers. This review aims to address the most current topics in management of the hereditary diffuse gastric cancer syndrome attributed to CDH1. Observations Consensus management guidelines have broadened genetic testing criteria for CDH1. Prophylactic total gastrectomy is recommended for any pathogenic or likely pathogenic CDH1 variant carrier starting at the age of 20 years. Annual surveillance endoscopy is recommended to those who defer prophylactic total gastrectomy. Women with a CDH1 variant should initiate magnetic resonance imaging breast surveillance starting at age 30 years. Further research is needed to understand the pathogenesis of early-stage gastric cancers (T1a), which are pathognomonic of hereditary diffuse gastric cancer syndrome, that lead to advanced gastric cancer to develop both treatment and prevention strategies for this patient population. Conclusions and Relevance The heritable CDH1 gene mutation is of importance to today's surgeons because it is associated with a substantial increased risk of developing both gastric and breast cancers. Management of this cancer syndrome currently uses prophylactic surgery and enhanced cancer surveillance strategies.
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- Lauren A Gamble
- Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland
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- National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland
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- Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland
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van der Veen A, Brenkman HJF, Seesing MFJ, Haverkamp L, Luyer MDP, Nieuwenhuijzen GAP, Stoot JHMB, Tegels JJW, Wijnhoven BPL, Lagarde SM, de Steur WO, Hartgrink HH, Kouwenhoven EA, Wassenaar EB, Draaisma WA, Gisbertz SS, van der Peet DL, May AM, Ruurda JP, van Hillegersberg R. Laparoscopic Versus Open Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer (LOGICA): A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial. J Clin Oncol 2021; 39:978-989. [PMID: 34581617 DOI: 10.1200/jco.20.01540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 113] [Impact Index Per Article: 37.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The oncological efficacy and safety of laparoscopic gastrectomy are under debate for the Western population with predominantly advanced gastric cancer undergoing multimodality treatment. METHODS In 10 experienced upper GI centers in the Netherlands, patients with resectable (cT1-4aN0-3bM0) gastric adenocarcinoma were randomly assigned to either laparoscopic or open gastrectomy. No masking was performed. The primary outcome was hospital stay. Analyses were performed by intention to treat. It was hypothesized that laparoscopic gastrectomy leads to shorter hospital stay, less postoperative complications, and equal oncological outcomes. RESULTS Between 2015 and 2018, a total of 227 patients were randomly assigned to laparoscopic (n = 115) or open gastrectomy (n = 112). Preoperative chemotherapy was administered to 77 patients (67%) in the laparoscopic group and 87 patients (78%) in the open group. Median hospital stay was 7 days (interquartile range, 5-9) in both groups (P = .34). Median blood loss was less in the laparoscopic group (150 v 300 mL, P < .001), whereas mean operating time was longer (216 v 182 minutes, P < .001). Both groups did not differ regarding postoperative complications (44% v 42%, P = .91), in-hospital mortality (4% v 7%, P = .40), 30-day readmission rate (9.6% v 9.1%, P = 1.00), R0 resection rate (95% v 95%, P = 1.00), median lymph node yield (29 v 29 nodes, P = .49), 1-year overall survival (76% v 78%, P = .74), and global health-related quality of life up to 1 year postoperatively (mean differences between + 1.5 and + 3.6 on a 1-100 scale; 95% CIs include zero). CONCLUSION Laparoscopic gastrectomy did not lead to a shorter hospital stay in this Western multicenter randomized trial of patients with predominantly advanced gastric cancer. Postoperative complications and oncological efficacy did not differ between laparoscopic gastrectomy and open gastrectomy.
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- Arjen van der Veen
- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Heerlen and Sittard-Geleen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Heerlen and Sittard-Geleen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Meander Medical Center, Amersfoort, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, University of Amsterdam, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location VUmc, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Liu F, Huang C, Xu Z, Su X, Zhao G, Ye J, Du X, Huang H, Hu J, Li G, Yu P, Li Y, Suo J, Zhao N, Zhang W, Li H, He H, Sun Y. Morbidity and Mortality of Laparoscopic vs Open Total Gastrectomy for Clinical Stage I Gastric Cancer: The CLASS02 Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Oncol 2021; 6:1590-1597. [PMID: 32815991 DOI: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2020.3152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 120] [Impact Index Per Article: 40.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Importance The safety of laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG) for the treatment of gastric cancer remains uncertain given the lack of high-level clinical evidence. Objective To compare the safety of LTG for clinical stage I gastric cancer with that of conventional open total gastrectomy (OTG). Design, Setting, and Participants The Chinese Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal Surgery Study (CLASS) Group CLASS02 study was a prospective, multicenter, open-label, noninferiority, randomized clinical trial that compared the safety of LTG vs OTG with lymphadenectomy for patients with clinical stage I gastric cancer. From January 2017 to September 2018, a total of 227 patients were enrolled. Final follow-up was in October 2018. Interventions Eligible patients were randomized to LTG (n = 113) or OTG (n = 114) by an interactive web response system. Main Outcomes and Measures The primary outcome was the morbidity and mortality within 30 days following surgeries between LTG and OTG with a noninferiority margin of 10%. The secondary outcomes were recovery courses and postoperative hospital stays. Results A total of 214 patients were analyzed for morbidity and mortality (105 patients in the LTG group and 109 patients in the OTG group). The mean (SD) age was 59.8 (9.4) years in the LTG group and 59.4 (9.2) years in the OTG group, and most were male (LTG group, 75 of 105 [71.4%]; OTG group, 80 of 109 [73.4%]). The overall morbidity and mortality rates were not significantly different between the groups (rate difference, -1.1%; 95% CI, -11.8% to 9.6%). Intraoperative complications occurred in 3 patients (2.9%) in the LTG group and 4 patients (3.7%) in the OTG group (rate difference, -0.8%; 95% CI, -6.5% to 4.9%). In addition, there was no significant difference in the overall postoperative complication rate of 18.1% in the LTG group and 17.4% in the OTG group (rate difference, 0.7%; 95% CI, -9.6% to 11.0%). One patient in the LTG group died from intra-abdominal bleeding secondary to splenic artery hemorrhage. However, there was no significant difference in mortality between the LTG group and the OTG group (rate difference, 1.0%; 95% CI, -2.5% to 5.2%), and the distribution of complication severity was similar between the 2 groups. Conclusions and Relevance The results of the CLASS02 trial showed that the safety of LTG with lymphadenectomy by experienced surgeons for clinical stage I gastric cancer was comparable to that of OTG. Trial Registration ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03007550.
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- Fenglin Liu
- Zhongshan Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Union Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Beijing Cancer Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Renji Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Shanghai Cancer Center, Department of General Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- West China Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Nanfang Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The First Hospital Affiliated to AMU, Chongqing, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Guangdong General Hospital, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Biostatistics, Fudan University School of Public Health, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Biostatistics, Fudan University School of Public Health, Shanghai, China
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- Zhongshan Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Zhongshan Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Zhongshan Hospital, Department of General Surgery, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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van der Wielen N, Straatman J, Daams F, Rosati R, Parise P, Weitz J, Reissfelder C, Diez Del Val I, Loureiro C, Parada-González P, Pintos-Martínez E, Mateo Vallejo F, Medina Achirica C, Sánchez-Pernaute A, Ruano Campos A, Bonavina L, Asti ELG, Alonso Poza A, Gilsanz C, Nilsson M, Lindblad M, Gisbertz SS, van Berge Henegouwen MI, Fumagalli Romario U, De Pascale S, Akhtar K, Jaap Bonjer H, Cuesta MA, van der Peet DL. Open versus minimally invasive total gastrectomy after neoadjuvant chemotherapy: results of a European randomized trial. Gastric Cancer 2021; 24:258-271. [PMID: 32737637 PMCID: PMC7790799 DOI: 10.1007/s10120-020-01109-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 77] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2020] [Accepted: 07/17/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Surgical resection with adequate lymphadenectomy is regarded the only curative option for gastric cancer. Regarding minimally invasive techniques, mainly Asian studies showed comparable oncological and short-term postoperative outcomes. The incidence of gastric cancer is lower in the Western population and patients often present with more advanced stages of disease. Therefore, the reproducibility of these Asian results in the Western population remains to be investigated. METHODS A randomized trial was performed in thirteen hospitals in Europe. Patients with an indication for total gastrectomy who received neoadjuvant chemotherapy were eligible for inclusion and randomized between open total gastrectomy (OTG) or minimally invasive total gastrectomy (MITG). Primary outcome was oncological safety, measured as the number of resected lymph nodes and radicality. Secondary outcomes were postoperative complications, recovery and 1-year survival. RESULTS Between January 2015 and June 2018, 96 patients were included in this trial. Forty-nine patients were randomized to OTG and 47 to MITG. The mean number of resected lymph nodes was 43.4 ± 17.3 in OTG and 41.7 ± 16.1 in MITG (p = 0.612). Forty-eight patients in the OTG group had a R0 resection and 44 patients in the MITG group (p = 0.617). One-year survival was 90.4% in OTG and 85.5% in MITG (p = 0.701). No significant differences were found regarding postoperative complications and recovery. CONCLUSION These findings provide evidence that MITG after neoadjuvant therapy is not inferior regarding oncological quality of resection in comparison to OTG in Western patients with resectable gastric cancer. In addition, no differences in postoperative complications and recovery were seen.
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- Nicole van der Wielen
- Department of Gastro-Intestinal Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Location VU University, De Boelelaan 1117, ZH 7F020, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Gastro-Intestinal Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Location VU University, De Boelelaan 1117, ZH 7F020, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gastro-Intestinal Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Location VU University, De Boelelaan 1117, ZH 7F020, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Visceral-, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Universitätsmedizin Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Universitario de Basurto, Bilbao, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Clínico Universitario de Santiago de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital del Sureste, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Gastro-intestinal Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center Location AMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gastro-intestinal Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center Location AMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
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- Department of Gastro-Intestinal Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Location VU University, De Boelelaan 1117, ZH 7F020, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gastro-Intestinal Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Location VU University, De Boelelaan 1117, ZH 7F020, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gastro-Intestinal Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Location VU University, De Boelelaan 1117, ZH 7F020, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Trapani R, Rausei S, Reddavid R, Degiuli M, Bencivenga M, Dal Cero M, Rosa F, Alfieri S, Tiberio GA, Alfano MS, Gualtierotti M, Ferrari G, Persiani R, Biondi A, Donini A, Graziosi L, Sasia D, Geretto P, Vigano J, Cicuttin E, Galli F, Strignano P, Mazza E, Taddei A, Bartolini I, Taglietti L, Ruggiero S, Treppiedi E, Postiglione V, Casella F, Sansonetti A, Abatini C, Attalla EL Halabieh M, Millo P, Usai A, Mineccia M, Ferrero A. Risk factors for esophago-jejunal anastomosis leakage after total gastrectomy for cancer. A multicenter retrospective study of the Italian research group for gastric cancer. Eur J Surg Oncol 2020; 46:2243-2247. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2020.06.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Revised: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 06/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Technological and operative advancements have allowed laparoscopic intragastric surgery (LIGS) to be applied in the treatment of superficial gastric or submucosal lesions. The aim of this study was to evaluate short- and long-term outcomes following LIGS. METHODS From 2000 to 2013, 25 LIGSs were performed for superficial gastric lesions. Clinical records were reviewed retrospectively for peri-operative course and long-term outcomes with particular attention to the oncological follow-up for patients with malignant lesions. RESULTS Nineteen (76%) lesions were located close to the EGJ, three (12%) in the lesser curvature, two (8%) in the posterior wall and one (4%) in the prepyloric-antral region. A multiport technique was used in 15 (60%) patients and a single-access approach in 10 (40%) patients. The median operative time was 140 (50-210) minutes. No conversion to open or conventional laparoscopic surgery was needed. Mortality was nil, and severe morbidity occurred in one (4%) patient. The median length of stay was 6 (3-10) days. Indications of LIGS were adenocarcinoma in 11 (44%) patients, gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) in 6 (24%) patients and benign lesions in eight (32%) patients. En bloc resection was obtained in 24 (96%) patients with R0 margins in 23 (92%) patients. After a median follow-up of 76 (26-171) months, recurrence was detected in 4 (36%) patients with advanced malignant adenocarcinoma. CONCLUSION LIGS provides an interesting alternative to major gastric and EGJ resection when endoscopic resection is not suitable for highly selected patients with superficial gastric lesions.
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Yüksel C, Erşen O, Mercan Ü, Başçeken Sİ, Bakırarar B, Bayar S, Ünal AE, Demirci S. Long-Term Results and Current Problems in Laparoscopic Gastrectomy: Single-Center Experience. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2020; 30:1204-1214. [PMID: 32348706 PMCID: PMC7699011 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2020.0180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Introduction: The study aims to evaluate the long-term results of patients who underwent laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer in Ankara University Medical Faculty, Surgical Oncology Clinic, within 5 years. Materials and Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the data of patients who underwent laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer at the Surgical Oncology Clinic of Ankara University Medical Faculty between January 2014 and September 2019. One hundred forty-six patients were included in the study. Results: Fifty-one (34.9%) of the patients were female; 95 (65.1%) were male. The mean ± standard deviation and median (minimum-maximum) values of the patients were 60.92 ± 14.13 and 64.00 (22.00-93.00), respectively (Table 1). Eighty-seven (59.6%) cases were located in the antrum, 29 (19.9%) were in the cardia region, and 30 (20.5%) were in the corpus region. Overall, 106 (72.6%) of 146 patients were alive, while 40 (27.4%) were ex. The mean survival was 21.8 months (0-69). Postoperative mortality was seen in 9 patients (6.2%) and our disease-free survival rate was 70.5%. Recurrence occurred in 14 (9.6%) of all patients. [Table: see text] Conclusion: In conclusion, although laparoscopic gastrectomy is a reliable and feasible method for gastric cancer, the standardization of laparoscopic surgery is required in clinics.
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- Cemil Yüksel
- General Surgery Department, Surgical Oncology Clinic, Ankara University Medicine Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- General Surgery Department, Surgical Oncology Clinic, Ankara University Medicine Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- General Surgery Department, Surgical Oncology Clinic, Ankara University Medicine Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- Biostatistic Department, Ankara University Medicine Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- General Surgery Department, Surgical Oncology Clinic, Ankara University Medicine Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- General Surgery Department, Surgical Oncology Clinic, Ankara University Medicine Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- General Surgery Department, Surgical Oncology Clinic, Ankara University Medicine Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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Kinoshita J, Yamaguchi T, Saito H, Moriyama H, Shimada M, Terai S, Okamoto K, Nakanuma S, Makino I, Nakamura K, Tajima H, Ninomiya I, Fushida S. Comparison of prognostic impact of anatomic location of the pancreas on postoperative pancreatic fistula in laparoscopic and open gastrectomy. BMC Gastroenterol 2020; 20:325. [PMID: 33023478 PMCID: PMC7539397 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-020-01476-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2020] [Accepted: 09/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a serious complication after gastric cancer surgery. The current study aimed to investigate the significance of the anatomic location of the pancreas as a predictor for POPF in both laparoscopic gastrectomy (LG) and open gastrectomy (OG). Methods In total, 233 patients with gastric cancer were assessed retrospectively. We measured the maximum vertical (P-L height; PLH) and horizontal length (P-L depth; PLD) between the upper border of pancreas and the root of left gastric artery on a preoperative CT in the sagittal direction. The maximum length of the vertical line between the surface of the pancreas and the aorta (P-A length), previously reported as prognostic factor of POPF, was also measured. We investigated the correlations between these parameters and the incidence of POPF in LG and OG groups. Results Among the patients in this study, 118 underwent OG and 115 underwent LG. In LG, the median PLH and P-A length in patients with POPF were significantly longer compared with those without POPF (p = 0.026, 0.034, respectively), but not in OG. There was no significant difference in the median PLD between the patients with or without POPF in both LG and OG. The multivariate analysis demonstrated that PLH (odds ratio [OR] 4.19, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.57–11.3, P = 0.004) and P-A length (OR 4.06, 95%CI 1.05–15.7, P = 0.042] were independent factors for predicting POPF in LG. However, intraoperative blood loss (OR 2.55, 95%CI 1.05–6.18, P = 0.038) was extracted as an independent factor in OG. The median amylase level in the drained fluid (D-Amy) were significantly higher in patients with high PLH(≥12.4 mm) or high P-A length (≥45 mm) compared with those with low PLH or low P-A length in LG. However, there were no differences in the D-Amy levels by PLH or P-A length in OG patients. Conclusions The anatomic location of the pancreas is a specific and independent predictor of POPF in LG but not in OG. PLH is a simple parameter that can evaluate the anatomic position of the pancreas, and it may be useful for preventing POPF after LG.
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- Jun Kinoshita
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan.
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Division of Cancer Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kanazawa University, 13-1 Takara-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-8641, Japan
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Cao S, Zheng T, Wang H, Niu Z, Chen D, Zhang J, Lv L, Zhou Y. Enhanced Recovery after Surgery in Elderly Gastric Cancer Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Total Gastrectomy. J Surg Res 2020; 257:579-586. [PMID: 32927324 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2020.07.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2019] [Revised: 05/08/2020] [Accepted: 07/11/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of the enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program versus conventional perioperative care on the short-term postoperative outcomes among elderly patients with gastric cancer who are undergoing laparoscopic total gastrectomy. METHODS Elderly patients with gastric cancer (age ≥ 65 y) who are undergoing laparoscopic total gastrectomy were randomized to ERAS or conventional perioperative care groups. Short-term postoperative outcomes, including postoperative hospital stay, mortality, complications, readmission rate, and reoperation rate were compared between the two groups. In addition, blood samples were taken preoperatively (baseline) and on postoperative days 1, 3, and 5. Systemic human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-DR expression on monocytes and C-reactive protein (CRP) were analyzed. RESULTS Of the 171 eligible patients, 85 patients were assigned to receive ERAS program treatment (ERAS group) and 86 patients to receive conventional care (conventional group). The patients' characteristics were comparable. Postoperative hospital stay was shorter in the ERAS group than in the conventional group (11 [7-11] versus 13 [8-20] d, P < 0.001). Hospital mortality, overall morbidity, morbidity ≥ Clavien-Dindo (C-D) grade II, readmission rate, and reoperation rate did not show significant differences between the two groups. However, morbidity ≥ C-D grade IIIa was lower in the ERAS group than that in the conventional group (8.2% versus 18.6%, P = 0.047). The ERAS program shortened the number of days to postoperative first flatus, first defecation, semifluid diet, and soft bland diet. Moreover, the ERAS program increased the HLA-DR expression on monocytes and decreased the CRP levels on postoperative days 1, 3, and 5. CONCLUSIONS The ERAS program was feasible and effective for elderly patients with gastric cancer who are undergoing laparoscopic total gastrectomy. The benefits of ERAS were associated with improvement of impaired immune function and suppression of inflammatory reaction.
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- Shougen Cao
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Shandong, China
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- Liver Disease Center, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Shandong, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Dongying People's Hospital, Shandong, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Shandong, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Shandong, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Shandong, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Shandong, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Shandong, China.
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Tsekrekos A, Triantafyllou T, Klevebro F, Hayami M, Lindblad M, Nilsson M, Lundell L, Rouvelas I. Implementation of minimally invasive gastrectomy for gastric cancer in a western tertiary referral center. BMC Surg 2020; 20:157. [PMID: 32677942 PMCID: PMC7364615 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-020-00812-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2020] [Accepted: 07/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Background Minimally invasive techniques have gradually come to take a leading position in the surgical treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies. In order to define an effective process for the implementation of similar techniques in the treatment of gastric cancer, patient caseload represents a pivotal factor for education and training, but is a prerequisite not fulfilled in most Western countries. Additionally, as opposed to the East, a variety of additional factors such as the usually advanced stage of the disease and differences in patient characteristics are prevailing and raise further obstacles. Hereby we report a strategy for a safe and effective process for the implementation of laparoscopic gastric cancer surgery in a Western tertiary referral center. Methods The present study describes the stepwise implementation of laparoscopic gastrectomy for the treatment of gastric cancer at a tertiary referral center, comprising the time period 2012–2019. This process was facilitated by a close collaboration with two high-volume centers in Japan, as well as exchanging fellowships and observerships between the Karolinska University Hospital and other European centers. From the initially strict selection of cases for laparoscopic surgery, laparoscopic gastrectomy has gradually become the preferred approach also in patients with locally advanced tumors. Results From January 1st 2010 until December 31st 2019, 249 patients were operated for gastric cancer, of whom 141 (56.6%) had an open and 108 (43.4%) a laparoscopic procedure. In the latter group, total gastrectomy was performed in 33.3% of the patients. While blood loss, operation time and length of stay decreased during the first years after implementation, these variables increased slightly during the last years of the study period, probably due to the higher proportion of advanced gastric cancer cases, as well as the higher rate of laparoscopic total gastrectomy with more extended lymphadenectomy. Conclusions Laparoscopic surgery is currently a valid therapeutic option for gastric cancer, which has expanded to also embrace total gastrectomy and locally advanced tumors. Collaboration between centers in the East and West, centralization to high-volume centers and application of enhanced recovery protocols are essential components in the implementation and further refinement of minimally invasive gastrectomy.
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- Andrianos Tsekrekos
- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.,Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.,1st Propaedeutic Surgical Clinic, Hippocration General Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.,Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.,Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.,Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.,Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.,Department of Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden. .,Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
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Gambhir S, Inaba CS, Whealon M, Sujatha-Bhaskar S, Pejcinovska M, Nguyen NT. Short- and long-term survival after laparoscopic versus open total gastrectomy for gastric adenocarcinoma: a National database study. Surg Endosc 2020; 35:1872-1878. [PMID: 32394166 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-07591-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2019] [Accepted: 04/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND The use of laparoscopic total gastrectomy for gastric cancer remains controversial. Our objective was to compare outcomes of laparoscopic total gastrectomy (LTG) vs. open total gastrectomy (OTG) for gastric adenocarcinoma using a national cancer database. METHODS The National Cancer Database (2010-2014) was analyzed for total gastrectomy cases performed for gastric adenocarcinoma. Patient demographics and surgical outcomes were stratified by stage and compared based on laparoscopic vs. open surgical approach. Primary outcome measures included 30-day and 90-day mortality and Kaplan-Meier curves to estimate long-term survival. RESULTS There were 2584 cases analyzed, including 592 (22.9%) stage I, 710 (27.5%) stage II, and 1282 (49.6%) stage III cases. The distribution of LTG vs. OTG cases was 156 (26.4%) vs. 436 (73.6%) for stage I, 163 (23.0%) vs. 547 (77.0%) for stage II, and 241 (18.8%) vs. 1041 (81.2%) for stage III. For all stages analyzed, there was no difference between laparoscopic vs. open approach for adjusted 30-day mortality (stage I: adjusted odds ratio (AOR) 0.52, p = 0.75; stage II: AOR 1.36, p > 0.99; stage III: AOR 0.46, p = 0.29) or 90-day mortality (stage I: AOR 0.46, p = 0.99; stage II: AOR 1.17, p = 0.99; stage III: 0.57, p = 0.29). There was no difference between LTG vs. OTG 5-year Kaplan-Meier estimated survival curves for any stage (stage I: p = 0.20; stage II: p = 0.83; stage III: p = 0.46). When compared to OTG, LTG had a similar hazard ratio (HR) for mortality (HR 0.89 p = 0.20). CONCLUSIONS Laparoscopic total gastrectomy and OTG have comparable 30-day mortality, 90-day mortality, and long-term survival.
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- Sahil Gambhir
- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, 333 City Blvd West, Suite 1600, Orange, CA, 92868, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, 333 City Blvd West, Suite 1600, Orange, CA, 92868, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, 333 City Blvd West, Suite 1600, Orange, CA, 92868, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, 333 City Blvd West, Suite 1600, Orange, CA, 92868, USA
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- Center for Statistical Consulting, University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA, 92697, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, 333 City Blvd West, Suite 1600, Orange, CA, 92868, USA.
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Han J, Ryu JH, Koo BW, Nam SW, Cho SI, Oh AY. Effects of Sugammadex on Post-Operative Pulmonary Complications in Laparoscopic Gastrectomy: A Retrospective Cohort Study. J Clin Med 2020; 9:E1232. [PMID: 32344750 PMCID: PMC7230613 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9041232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2020] [Accepted: 04/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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The use of sugammadex can reduce post-operative residual neuromuscular blockade, which is known to increase the risk of post-operative respiratory events. However, its effect on post-operative pulmonary complications is not obvious. This study was performed to evaluate the effects of sugammadex on post-operative pulmonary complications in patients undergoing laparoscopic gastrectomy between 2013 and 2017. We performed propensity score matching to correct for selection bias. Post-operative pulmonary complications (i.e., pneumonia, respiratory failure, pleural effusion, atelectasis, pneumothorax, and aspiration pneumonitis) were evaluated from the radiological and laboratory findings. We also evaluated admission to the intensive care unit after surgery, re-admission or an emergency room visit within 30 days after discharge, length of hospital stay, re-operation, and mortality within 90 days post-operatively as secondary outcomes. In the initial cohort of 3802 patients, 541 patients were excluded, and 1232 patients were analyzed after propensity score matching. In the matched cohort, pleural effusion was significantly reduced in the sugammadex group compared to the neostigmine group (neostigmine 23.4% vs. sugammadex 18%, p = 0.02). Other pulmonary complications and secondary outcomes were not significantly different between the groups. In comparison to neostigmine, the use of sugammadex was associated with a lower incidence of post-operative pleural effusion in laparoscopic gastrectomy.
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- Jiwon Han
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, 82, Gumi-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13620, Korea; (J.H.); (J.-H.R.); (B.-W.K.); (S.W.N.); (S.-I.C.)
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, 82, Gumi-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13620, Korea; (J.H.); (J.-H.R.); (B.-W.K.); (S.W.N.); (S.-I.C.)
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 103, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03080, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, 82, Gumi-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13620, Korea; (J.H.); (J.-H.R.); (B.-W.K.); (S.W.N.); (S.-I.C.)
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, 82, Gumi-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13620, Korea; (J.H.); (J.-H.R.); (B.-W.K.); (S.W.N.); (S.-I.C.)
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, 82, Gumi-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13620, Korea; (J.H.); (J.-H.R.); (B.-W.K.); (S.W.N.); (S.-I.C.)
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, 82, Gumi-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do 13620, Korea; (J.H.); (J.-H.R.); (B.-W.K.); (S.W.N.); (S.-I.C.)
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, 103, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03080, Korea
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Liao G, Wang Z, Zhang W, Qian K, Mariella MAC S, Li H, Huang Z. Comparison of the short-term outcomes between totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy and laparoscopic-assisted total gastrectomy for gastric cancer: a meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e19225. [PMID: 32049863 PMCID: PMC7035048 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000019225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy (TLTG) and laparoscopic-assisted total gastrectomy (LATG) are two common surgical approaches for upper and middle gastric cancer. Which surgical approach offers more advantages is still controversial due to a lack of evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs). This meta-analysis was conducted to compare the short-term outcomes between the two surgical approaches. METHODS A systematic literature search was performed to evaluate short-term outcomes between TLTG and LATG, including overall postoperative complications, anastomosis-related complications, time for anastomosis, operation time, intraoperative blood loss, harvested lymph nodes, proximal margin, distal margin, time to first flatus, time to first diet, and postoperative hospital stay. Short-term outcomes were pooled and compared by meta-analysis using RevMan 5.3. Mean differences (MDs) or risk ratios (RRs) were calculated with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). P < .05 was considered statistically significant. RESULTS A total of 9 cohort studies fulfilled the selection criteria. The total sample included 1671 cases. The meta-analysis showed no significant difference between the two surgical approaches in overall postoperative complications (RR = 1.02, 95% CI = 0.82 to 1.26, P = .87),anastomosis-related complications (RR = 0.64, 95%CI = 0.39 to 1.03, P = .06),time for anastomosis (MD = -5.13, 95% CI = -10.54 to 0.27, P = .06),operation time (MD = -10.68, 95% CI = -23.62 to 2.26, P = .11), intraoperative blood loss (MD = -25.58, 95% CI = -61.71 to 10.54, P = .17), harvested lymph nodes (MD = 1.61, 95% CI = -2.09 to 5.31, P = .39), proximal margin (MD = -0.37, 95% CI = -0.78 to 0.05, P = .09), distal margin (MD = 0.79, 95% CI = -0.57 to 2.14, P = .25), time to first flatus (MD = 0.01, 95% CI = -0.13 to 0.15, P = .87), time to first diet (MD = -0.22, 95% CI = -0.45 to 0.02, P = .07), and postoperative hospital stay (MD = -0.51, 95% CI = -1.10 to 0.07, P = .09). CONCLUSIONS TLTG is a safe and feasible surgical approach for upper and middle gastric cancer, with short-term outcomes that are similar to LATG. Nevertheless, high-quality, large-sample and multicenter RCTs are still required to further verify our conclusions.
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Overlap method versus functional method for esophagojejunal reconstruction using totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy. Surg Endosc 2020; 35:130-138. [PMID: 31938929 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-07370-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2019] [Accepted: 01/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic intracorporeal esophagojejunostomy (EJ) is a useful method in totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy (TLTG) for treating upper-third gastric cancer. The two methods of laparoscopic intracorporeal EJ-functional and overlap-have not been compared side-by-side in terms of safety and feasibility. METHODS Retrospective review and analysis of the data of 490 consecutive patients who underwent TLTG by either functional method (n = 365) or overlap (n = 125) method for upper- or middle-third gastric cancer was conducted between January, 2011 and May, 2018 at Asan Medical Center (Seoul, Korea). One-to-one propensity score matching (PSM) was performed to compare age, sex, body mass index, American Society of Anesthesiologist score, the presence of comorbidity, number of comorbidities, clinical T stage, clinical nodal stage, clinical TNM stage, history of previous abdominal surgery, and combined surgery. After PSM, 244 patients were divided into functional method group and overlap method group (n = 122, each). The surgical outcomes and EJ-related complications were compared between the two groups. RESULTS No significant difference was found between the two groups in terms of early surgical outcomes such as operative time, time to first flatus, postoperative hospital stay, transfusion during surgery, transfusion after surgery, and administration of analgesics. However, the pain score was significantly lower in overlap method group (6.21 ± 1.83) than functional method group (6.97 ± 2.09, p < 0.05). The overlap method was also associated with significantly fewer late complications (3.28% vs. 12.30%; p < 0.05), lower Clavien-Dindo classification grade (p < 0.05), and fewer EJ-related complications (0.82% vs. 6.56%; p < 0.05), as compared with the functional method. CONCLUSION The overlap method was safer and more feasible than the functional method for TLTG in gastric cancer patients, based on the finding of significantly lower incidence of EJ-related complications.
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Oh Y, Kim MS, Lee YT, Lee CM, Kim JH, Park S. Laparoscopic total gastrectomy as a valid procedure to treat gastric cancer option both in early and advanced stage: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Surg Oncol 2020; 46:33-43. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2019.08.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2019] [Revised: 05/24/2019] [Accepted: 08/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Identification of the clinically most relevant postoperative complications after gastrectomy: a population-based cohort study. Gastric Cancer 2020; 23:339-348. [PMID: 31482476 PMCID: PMC7031165 DOI: 10.1007/s10120-019-00997-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2019] [Accepted: 08/14/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative complications frequently occur after gastrectomy for gastric cancer and are associated with poor clinical outcomes, such as mortality and reoperations. The aim of study was to identify the clinically most relevant complications after gastrectomy, using the population-attributable fraction (PAF). METHODS Between 2011 and 2017, all patients who underwent potentially curative gastrectomy for gastric adenocarcinoma were included from the Dutch Upper GI Cancer Audit. Postoperative outcomes (morbidity, mortality, recovery and hospitalization) were evaluated. The prevalence of postoperative complications (e.g., anastomotic leakage and pneumonia) and of the study outcomes were calculated. The adjusted relative risk and Confidence Interval (CI) for each complication-outcome pair were calculated. Subsequently, the PAF was calculated, which represents the percentage of a given outcome occurring in the population, caused by individual complications, taking both the relative risk and the frequency in which a complication occurs into account. RESULTS In total, 2176 patients were analyzed. Anastomotic leakage and pulmonary complications had the greatest overall impact on postoperative mortality (PAF 29.2% [95% CI 19.3-39.1] and 21.6% [95% CI 10.5-32.7], respectively) and prolonged hospitalization (PAF 12.9% [95% CI 9.7-16.0] and 14.7% [95% CI 11.0-18.8], respectively). Anastomotic leakage had the greatest overall impact on re-interventions (PAF 25.1% [95% CI 20.5-29.7]) and reoperations (PAF 30.3% [95% CI 24.3-36.3]). Intra-abdominal abscesses had the largest impact on readmissions (PAF 7.0% [95% CI 3.2-10.9]). Other complications only had a small effect on these outcomes. CONCLUSION Surgical improvement programs should focus on preventing or managing anastomotic leakage and pulmonary complications, since these complications have the greatest overall impact on clinical outcomes after gastrectomy.
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Tsekrekos A, Klevebro F, Hayami M, Kamiya S, Lindblad M, Nilsson M, Lundell L, Rouvelas I. Laparoscopic Versus Open Gastrectomy for Cancer: A Western Center Cohort Study. J Surg Res 2019; 247:372-379. [PMID: 31679797 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2019.10.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2019] [Revised: 09/23/2019] [Accepted: 10/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic gastrectomy (LG) for cancer has been introduced in institutions worldwide in an effort to minimize surgical trauma, while aiming to provide comparable oncological outcomes to conventional open gastrectomy (OG). The aim of this study was to present our results during the period of implementation of the laparoscopic technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS In 2012, LG for the treatment of gastric cancer was introduced at our institution. The results presented are based on a retrospective analysis of data from a cohort of all patients treated with curative intent over the period 2010-2018. RESULTS During the study period, 206 patients underwent surgery for gastric cancer: 129 patients (62.6%) had an OG and 77 patients (37.4%) an LG. The conversion rate due to technical reasons was 2.6%. LG was associated with significantly less intraoperative blood loss [mean (mL), OG 544 versus LG 176] and shorter hospital stay than OG [mean (d), OG 12 versus LG 8], fewer severe complications (Clavien-Dindo grade ≥ IIIb) [OG 29 (22.5%) versus LG 9 (11.7%), P = 0.081], significantly lower anastomotic leak rate [OG 18 (14.0%) versus LG 1 (1.3%)] and no 90-day mortality. The percentage of R0 resections was similar between the two groups (OG 82.2% versus LG 85.7%, P = 0.507), while the mean number of resected lymph nodes was significantly higher in the laparoscopic group [OG 34 versus LG 39, P = 0.030]. CONCLUSIONS Our data suggest that similar and, in some aspects, better short-term outcomes can be achieved with LG with maintained oncological quality.
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- Andrianos Tsekrekos
- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden; Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden; Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden; Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden; Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden; Department of Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Upper Abdominal Surgery, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden; Division of Surgery, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology (CLINTEC), Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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Bonelli P, Borrelli A, Tuccillo FM, Silvestro L, Palaia R, Buonaguro FM. Precision medicine in gastric cancer. World J Gastrointest Oncol 2019; 11:804-829. [PMID: 31662821 PMCID: PMC6815928 DOI: 10.4251/wjgo.v11.i10.804] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2019] [Revised: 07/11/2019] [Accepted: 09/05/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Gastric cancer (GC) is a complex disease linked to a series of environmental factors and unhealthy lifestyle habits, and especially to genetic alterations. GC represents the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Its onset is subtle, and the majority of patients are diagnosed once the cancer is already advanced. In recent years, there have been innovations in the management of advanced GC including the introduction of new classifications based on its molecular characteristics. Thanks to new technologies such as next-generation sequencing and microarray, the Cancer Genome Atlas and Asian Cancer Research Group classifications have also paved the way for precision medicine in GC, making it possible to integrate diagnostic and therapeutic methods. Among the objectives of the subdivision of GC into subtypes is to select patients in whom molecular targeted drugs can achieve the best results; many lines of research have been initiated to this end. After phase III clinical trials, trastuzumab, anti-Erb-B2 receptor tyrosine kinase 2 (commonly known as ERBB2) and ramucirumab, anti-vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (commonly known as VEGFR2) monoclonal antibodies, were approved and introduced into first- and second-line therapies for patients with advanced/metastatic GC. However, the heterogeneity of this neoplasia makes the practical application of such approaches difficult. Unfortunately, scientific progress has not been matched by progress in clinical practice in terms of significant improvements in prognosis. Survival continues to be low in contrast to the reduction in deaths from many common cancers such as colorectal, lung, breast, and prostate cancers. Although several target molecules have been identified on which targeted drugs can act and novel products have been introduced into experimental therapeutic protocols, the overall approach to treating advanced stage GC has not substantially changed. Currently, surgical resection with adjuvant or neoadjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy are the most effective treatments for this disease. Future research should not underestimate the heterogeneity of GC when developing diagnostic and therapeutic strategies aimed toward improving patient survival.
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- Patrizia Bonelli
- Molecular Biology and Viral Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS - Fondazione G Pascale, Napoli 80131, Italy
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- Molecular Biology and Viral Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS - Fondazione G Pascale, Napoli 80131, Italy
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- Molecular Biology and Viral Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS - Fondazione G Pascale, Napoli 80131, Italy
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- Abdominal Medical Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS - Fondazione G Pascale, Napoli 80131, Italy
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- Gastro-pancreatic Surgery Division, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS - Fondazione G Pascale, Napoli 80131, Italy
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- Molecular Biology and Viral Oncology, Istituto Nazionale Tumori - IRCCS - Fondazione G Pascale, Napoli 80131, Italy
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Identification of c.1531C>T Pathogenic Variant in the CDH1 Gene as a Novel Germline Mutation of Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20204980. [PMID: 31600923 PMCID: PMC6829381 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20204980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2019] [Revised: 07/19/2019] [Accepted: 07/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Germline pathogenic variants in the CDH1 gene are a well-established cause of hereditary diffuse gastric cancer (HDGC) syndrome. The aim of this study was to characterize CDH1 mutations associated with HDGC from Chile, a country with one of the highest incidence and mortality rates in the world for gastric cancer (GC). Here, we prospectively include probands with family history/early onset of diffuse-type of GC. The whole coding sequence of the CDH1 gene was sequenced from genomic DNA in all patients, and a multidisciplinary team managed each family member with a pathogenic sequence variant. Thirty-six cases were included (median age 44 years/male 50%). Twenty-seven (75%) patients had diffuse-type GC at ≤50 years of age and 19 (53%) had first or second-degree family members with a history of HDGC. Two cases (5.5%) carried a non-synonymous germline sequence variant in the CDH1 gene: (a) The c.88C>A missense variant was found in a family with three diffuse-type GC cases; and (b) c.1531C>T a nonsense pathogenic variant was identified in a 22-year-old proband with no previous family history of HDGC. Of note, six family members carry the same nonsense pathogenic variant. Prophylactic gastrectomy in the proband's sister revealed stage I signet-ring cell carcinoma. The finding of 1531C>T pathogenic variant in the CDH1 in proband with no previous family history of HDGC warrants further study to uncover familial clustering of disease in CDH1 negative patients. This finding may be particularly relevant in high incidence countries, such as the case in this report.
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Sweigert PJ, Eguia E, Nelson MH, Nassoiy SP, Knab LM, Abood G, Baker MS. Total gastrectomy in patients with gastric adenocarcinoma: Is there an advantage to the minimally invasive approach? Surgery 2019; 166:623-631. [DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2019.05.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2019] [Revised: 04/01/2019] [Accepted: 05/07/2019] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Single-arm confirmatory trial of laparoscopy-assisted total or proximal gastrectomy with nodal dissection for clinical stage I gastric cancer: Japan Clinical Oncology Group study JCOG1401. Gastric Cancer 2019; 22:999-1008. [PMID: 30788750 DOI: 10.1007/s10120-019-00929-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2018] [Accepted: 01/18/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUNDS Laparoscopy-assisted distal gastrectomy (LADG) for gastric cancer is safe and feasible. In contrast, no prospective study evaluating the safety and efficacy of laparoscopy-assisted total gastrectomy (LATG) or laparoscopy-assisted proximal gastrectomy (LAPG) has been completed. We conducted a single-arm confirmatory trial to evaluate the safety of LATG/LAPG for clinical stage I (T1N0/T1N1/T2N0) proximal gastric cancer. METHODS The extent of lymphadenectomy was selected based on the Japanese Gastric Cancer Treatment Guidelines. The mini-laparotomy incision was required to be ≤ 6 cm. The primary endpoint was the proportion of grade 2-4 (CTCAE ver. 4.0) esophagojejunal anastomotic leakage. The planned sample size was 245 considering a threshold of 8% and one-sided alpha of 2.5%. RESULTS Between April 2015 and February 2017, 244 eligible patients were enrolled. LATG/LAPG was performed in 195/49. The proportion of conversions was 1.7%. Clinical T1N0/T1N1/T2N0 was 212/9/23. The extents of lymphadenectomy were as follows: D1+: 229; D2: 15. The median operation time was 309 min (IQR 265-353). The median blood loss was 30 ml (IQR 10-86). Grade 2-4 esophagojejunal anastomotic leakage was 2.5% (6/244; 95% CI 0.9-5.3). The overall proportion of in-hospital grade 3-4 adverse events was 29% (71/244). The proportions of intraabdominal abscess and pancreatic fistula were 3.7% and 2.0%, respectively. There were no treatment-related deaths. CONCLUSIONS This trial confirmed the safety of LATG/LAPG. After the non-inferiority of LADG is confirmed in our phase III trial (JCOG0912), LATG/LAPG is expected to be established as one of the standard treatments for clinical stage I gastric cancer.
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Duodenal stump reinforcement might reduce both incidence and severity of duodenal stump leakage after laparoscopic gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y reconstruction for gastric cancer. Gastric Cancer 2019; 22:1053-1059. [PMID: 30852781 DOI: 10.1007/s10120-019-00946-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2018] [Accepted: 02/23/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although duodenal stump leakage (DSL) is a relatively rare complication after gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y (R-Y) reconstruction, it is difficult to treat and can be fatal. We investigated the impact of duodenal stump reinforcement on DSL after laparoscopic gastrectomy with R-Y reconstruction for gastric cancer. METHODS This retrospective study of 965 patients with gastric cancer who underwent laparoscopic distal or total gastrectomy (LDG or LTG) with R-Y reconstruction compared surgical outcomes between two groups, the duodenal stump reinforcement group (reinforcement group) (n = 895) and that without duodenal stump reinforcement (non-reinforcement group) (n = 70). RESULTS Mean operative duration was significantly longer in the reinforcement than in the non-reinforcement group (LDG; 291 min versus 258 min, p < 0.001, LTG; 325 min versus 285 min, p < 0.001). DSL occurred less frequently in the reinforcement than in the non-reinforcement group (0.67% vs. 5.71%, p < 0.001). Furthermore, non-reinforcement was an independent risk factor for DSL in multiple logistic regression analysis with adjustment for potential confounding factors. Patients with DSL in the non-reinforcement group all required re-operation, while all but one patient with DSL in the reinforcement group recovered with conservative management. CONCLUSIONS Duodenal stump reinforcement in laparoscopic gastrectomy with R-Y reconstruction may reduce the risk of DSL development and minimize its severity.
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Zhao S, Zheng K, Zheng JC, Hou TT, Wang ZN, Xu HM, Jiang CG. Comparison of totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy and laparoscopic-assisted total gastrectomy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Surg 2019; 68:1-10. [PMID: 31189084 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2019.05.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2019] [Revised: 04/19/2019] [Accepted: 05/29/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic-assisted total gastrectomy (LATG) has been extensively employed for the removal of gastric tumors, although it has several limitations. Totally laparoscopic total gastrectomy (TLTG) is a new technique that has rapidly been gaining popularity, and may help overcome the limitations of LATG; however, its safety and therapeutic effect remain controversial. In the present study, we aimed to assess the safety and efficacy of TLTG, and compare the short-term outcomes of TLTG and LATG. METHODS We searched for studies comparing TLTG and LATG published up to April 2018 from databases such as PubMed and Embase. The study results, including time of surgery, blood loss, anastomosis time, retrieved lymphatic nodes, proximal and distal resection edges, incision length, time to first fluid and soft diet, hospitalization duration, time to first flatus, and postsurgical and anastomotic complications, were compared between the procedures. RESULTS A total of 10 studies were included. TLTG led to reduced intraoperative blood loss (P < 0.01), greater number of retrieved lymphatic nodes (P < 0.01), decreased hospitalization duration (P < 0.01), reduced incision length (P = 0.05), and shorter time to first fluid diet (P < 0.05), as compared to LATG. The surgery and anastomosis times, time to first soft diet, resection edge, time to first flatus, overall postsurgical complications, and anastomosis-related complications were similar between TLTG and LATG (P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS TLTG is a safe procedure that yields better cosmesis lower invasiveness, and faster recovery as compared to LATG.
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- Shuai Zhao
- Department of Surgical Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China.
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Laparoscopic D2 plus complete mesogastrium excision using the "enjoyable space" approach versus conventional D2 total gastrectomy for local advanced gastric cancer: short-term outcomes. Wideochir Inne Tech Maloinwazyjne 2019; 15:58-69. [PMID: 32117487 PMCID: PMC7020705 DOI: 10.5114/wiitm.2019.85540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2019] [Accepted: 05/06/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Introduction Laparoscopy-assisted radical total gastrectomy is technically demanding. Aim To introduce the “enjoyable space” approach to achieve D2 plus complete mesogastrium excision (CME) and to investigate its safety and feasibility. Material and methods Between January 2015 and December 2017, 165 patients with primary advanced upper gastric cancer underwent laparoscopy-assisted radical total gastrectomy. Among these patients, 81 underwent conventional D2 total gastrectomy (D2 group) and 84 underwent D2 plus CME total gastrectomy (D2 + CME group). Clinicopathological characteristics, surgical outcomes and postoperative complications were compared between the two groups. Results There were no significant differences between the two groups (p > 0.05) in clinicopathological characteristics. However, the D2 + CME group had a longer mean operative time, lower mean blood loss and slightly higher mean number of retrieved lymph nodes (LNs) than the D2 group (p < 0.05 each). The mean time to first flatus, liquid diet, and soft diet and the duration of hospital stay were similar between the two groups (p > 0.05 each). No significant difference in postoperative complication rates was found between the groups (16.0% vs. 9.5%, p > 0.05). Conclusions The “enjoyable space” approach is an option to achieve D2 + CME, and its safety and feasibility over conventional method are confirmed with lower intraoperative blood loss and more harvested LNs.
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Laparoscopic Resection for Adenocarcinoma of the Stomach or Gastroesophageal Junction Improves Postoperative Outcomes: a Propensity Score Matching Analysis. J Gastrointest Surg 2019; 23:730-738. [PMID: 30284200 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-018-3982-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2018] [Accepted: 09/17/2018] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Minimally invasive resection for upper gastrointestinal tumors has been associated with favorable results. However, the role of laparoscopic surgery (LS) in the multimodal treatment of patients with advanced adenocarcinoma of the stomach or gastroesophageal junction needs further investigation. METHODS Clinicopathological data of patients who underwent gastrectomy between 2005 and 2017 were assessed. Outcomes of patients undergoing LS were compared with those of patients treated with a conventional open resection (OR) using a 1:1 propensity score matching analysis. RESULTS Curative resection for adenocarcinoma of the stomach or gastroesophageal junction was performed in 417 patients during the study period. Beginning in June 2014, the majority of patients underwent LS (n = 72) and they were matched with 72 patients who were treated with an OR. The majority of patients treated with LS (89%) had advanced cancer (UICC stages II and III) and 82% of them received neoadjuvant chemotherapy. LS was significantly associated with a higher number of harvested lymph nodes (26 (9-62) vs. 21 (4-46), P = .007), a lower 90-day major complication rate (13 vs. 26%, P = .035), and a lower length of hospital stay (14 vs. 16 days, P = .001). After a median follow-up time of 32 months, 1-year overall survival rate was higher after LS than after OR (93 vs. 74%, P = .126); however, results did not reach statistical significance. CONCLUSION LS for adenocarcinoma of the stomach or gastroesophageal junction is feasible and significantly reduces major postoperative morbidity resulting in a reduced length of hospital stay. Therefore, LS should be preferably considered for the curative treatment of patients with these malignancies.
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