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Safe and Feasible: Single-Incision Laparoscopy for Early Gastric Cancer Compared to Multiport Approach

In exploring single-incision laparoscopic gastrectomy for early gastric cancer, researchers found it safe and feasible compared to multiport laparoscopy. Analyzing cases from 2013 to 2021, the single-incision approach showed similar operation times and length of stay. Complication rates were comparable, supporting the cautious adoption of this method.

Journal Article by Lee S, Suh YS (…) Yang HK et 9 al. in Surg Endosc

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