Vagus nerve-preserving gastrectomy improves outcomes in early gastric cancer

A multicenter analysis involving 1,210 early gastric cancer patients revealed that vagus nerve-preserving gastrectomy enhances perioperative safety and postoperative quality of life. Patients experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer complications such as diarrhea and acid reflux. A validated 6-point risk assessment model, derived from key factors like tumor size and invasion depth, effectively categorized patients into high- and low-risk groups, guiding personalized treatment strategies and improving postoperative survival outcomes.