Comparing Outcomes of Reduced Port Versus Traditional Laparoscopic Gastrectomy in Gastric Cancer Patients

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the safety and outcomes of reduced port laparoscopic gastrectomy compared to traditional laparoscopic gastrectomy in patients with gastric cancer. This study aims to systematically compare both short-term and long-term results following these surgical approaches. The short-term outcomes include surgical complications, postoperative morbidity, and nutritional status, while the long-term outcomes focus on survival rates. The study involves two groups one undergoing reduced port laparoscopic gastrectomy, which uses 1 to 3 ports during surgery, and another receiving the standard laparoscopic gastrectomy with 5 ports. These groups are compared to assess differences in surgical and recovery outcomes. The study is non-randomized and single-blinded, with patients assigned to either surgical method. Participants will be monitored for surgical complications, nutrition, and quality of life using the PGSAS-45 scale over several months following surgery. Survival rates at 3 and 5 years will be tracked as primary outcomes. The study includes regular assessments during the first year and follows participants for up to five years to evaluate long-term survival and recovery.

Reduced Port Laparoscopic Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer