Background The efficacy and safety outcomes of laparoscopy-assisted distal gastrectomy
(LADG) with D2 lymph node dissection for locally advanced gastric cancer remain unclear …

Background We have previously reported that laparoscopic approach improved short-term
postoperative courses even for advanced gastric adenocarcinoma, but not morbidity, in …

Background Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a common and serious consequence
of gastrectomy. The prevalence of POPF among patients with gastric cancer varies greatly …

Background Postoperative pancreas-related complications are quite uncommon but
potentially life-threatening occurrences that may occasionally complicate the postoperative …

Background and objectives The dismal prognosis of gastric cancer patients is a global
problem. We aim to evaluate the clinicopathologic features and prognostic factors of …

Background Our previous study has demonstrated the surgical advantages of D2
lymphadenectomy plus complete mesogastric excision (D2+ CME) in gastric cancer surgery …

Background and Objectives Pancreatic fistula (PF) and subsequent intra‐abdominal
abscess is a serious complication after gastrectomy for gastric cancer. The study aims to …

Background Despite technical advances in minimally invasive gastrectomy for gastric
cancer, an increased incidence of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) has been …

Introduction Spleen-preserving surgery is a mainstay in the treatment of proximal advanced
gastric cancer according to the results of several clinical studies. However, total gastrectomy …

Background Laparoscopic (assisted) distal gastrectomy (LDG) with radical
lymphadenectomy for gastric cancer has been widely conducted, particularly in the Far East …