Long-term outcomes of endoscopic submucosal dissection for early gastric cancer: a multicenter collaborative study

ConclusionsESD for expanded-indication lesions of EGC is considered an effective therapy associated with an extremely low rate of metastatic recurrence on long-term follow-up. However, fully informed consent concerning the risk of metastatic recurrence should be obtained before ESD, and close postoperative follow-up is essential.
Source: Gastric Cancer - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research