Short-term outcomes in minimally invasive versus open gastrectomy: the differences between East and West. A systematic review of the literature

ConclusionImproved outcomes are observed following minimally invasive gastrectomy in comparison to open procedures in both Western and Asian studies. There are differences in patient characteristics between the Western and Asian populations. Overall outcomes seem to be in favor of the Asian population. These differences may fade with centralization of care for gastric cancer patients in the West and increasing surgical experience.
Source: Gastric Cancer - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research