Stomach (Gastric) Cancer Surgery

Stomach (gastric) cancer surgery involves the removal of cancerous tissue from the stomach. The most common procedure is a gastrectomy, where part or all of the stomach is surgically taken out. This helps to eliminate the cancer and may prevent its spread. Sometimes nearby lymph nodes are also removed to check for cancer cells. After surgery, patients may need to adjust their diet and lifestyle since the stomach's role in digestion changes. The procedure can be done through open surgery or minimally invasive techniques, which typically lead to quicker recovery times.