When faced with unresectable gastric cancer causing gastric outlet obstruction (GOO), the choice between stomach partitioning gastrojejunostomy (SPGJ) and conventional gastrojejunostomy (CGJ) matters. In a study involving 108 patients, SPGJ significantly reduced delayed gastric emptying, vomiting, and the need for prokinetics, enhancing patient recovery. Patients undergoing SPGJ resumed a solid diet faster and had shorter hospital stays. Importantly, there were no major differences in recurrence or survival. This research highlights the benefits of SPGJ for managing GOO in unresectable gastric cancer.
Journal Article by Hai NV, Thong DQ (…) Long VD et 8 al. in Am J Surg
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