Impact of Sarcopenic Obesity on Severe Postoperative Complications in Patients with Gastric Cancer Undergoing Gastrectomy
Shunsuke Yamagishi,
Yukiyasu Okamura,
Woodae Kang
et al.
Abstract:Introduction: Several studies have indicated that sarcopenia affects the short- and long-term outcomes of cancer patients, including those with gastric cancer. In recent years, sarcopenic obesity and its effects have been reported in cancer patients. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of sarcopenic obesity on postoperative complications in patients with gastric cancer undergoing gastrectomy.
Methods: This single-center, retrospective study included 155 patients who underwent curative gastrectomy for gastr… Show more
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