Differentiated/undifferentiated mixed type is a prognostic factor for T2/T3 gastric cancer patients

CONCLUSION: : This study reported that mixed histology could be regarded as a potential prognostic factor for T2/T3 gastric cancer patients, especially for those with non-distal cancer. MT patients have higher incidence of metastasis and recurrence and had poorer prognosis than those with pure histological type. It is necessary for MT patients to have preoperative pathological examination for accurate histologic classification, so as to make the comprehensive treatment strategies. Multicenter, large sample, randomized clinical trials are still needed in the future.PMID:34431734 | DOI:10.1080/17474124.2021.1973430
Source: Expert Review of Gastroenterology and Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research