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How is a gastrectomy done?
Gastrectomy for gastric cancer is almost always done by the traditional "open" surgery technique, which requires a wide incision to open the abdomen. However, some surgeons use a laparoscopic technique that requires only a.
What is the survival rate for gastric cancer after gastrectomy?
Overall survival after gastrectomy for gastric cancer varies greatly by the stage of disease at the time of surgery. For early gastric cancer, the five-year survival rate is as high as 80-90%; for late-stage disease, the prognosis is bad.
What risks are associated with gastrectomy?
Depending on the extent of surgery, the risk for postoperative death after gastrectomy for gastric cancer has been reported as 1-3% and the risk of non-fatal complications as 9-18%.
What characteristics does a successful gastrectomy have?
Overall survival after gastrectomy for gastric cancer varies greatly by the stage of disease at the time of surgery. For early gastric cancer, the five-year survival rate is up to 80-90%; for late-stage disease, the prognosis is bad. For gastric.
Where can I learn more about gastrecomy surgery?
A gastrectomy surgery is generally for cancer or ulcers of the stomach, not weight loss. You can learn more about it here: http://www.healthcommunities.com/gastrectomy/overview-surgical-procedure-gastrectomy.shtml. You can also look at other forms of bariatric surgery here: www.yourbariatricsurgeryguide.com and find the type that might be right for you.
What conditions are treated by gastrectomy?
stomach cancer bleeding gastric ulcer perforation of the stomach wall noncancerous polyps
What is the purpose of a gastrectomy?
A gastrectomy is performed to remove all or part of the stomach, usually to treat stomach cancer, severe ulcers, or other conditions such as obesity or a perforation. It can help relieve symptoms, prevent the spread of cancer, or improve overall health in cases where other treatments have not been effective.
What type of biopsy is done for breast cancer?
fnac test
What is the accented syllable for gastrectomy?
gastRECtomy.
What is a total gastrectomy?
Removing the entire stomach is done only for resistant Zollinger-Ellison syndrome or extensive cancers.
What does gastrectomy mean?
During the sleeve gastrectomy, 85% of the stomach is removed and it takes the shape of a sleeve. You can read more about the procedure at http://www.yourbariatricsurgeryguide.com/gastric-sleeve/
What type of research is done to find a cure for cancer?
There is a lot of research being done to find a cure for cancer. This research includes studying current cancer cells, genetics, and using experimental treatments.
