Laparoscopic resection of gastric stromal tumors: a report of 20 cases / 中华普通外科杂志

Objective To evaluate laparoscopic resection of gastric stromal tumors. Methods Clinical data of 20 patients undergoing laparoscopic resection of gastric stromal tumors from June 2003 to October 2007 were retrospectively analyzed. Result Laparoscopic wedge resection was completed successfully in all 20 patients with a mean operating time of(60±34) min, and without major complications. The mean hospital stay was (6.0±2.6) days. During a follow-up period from 10 to 22 months there was no recurrence. Conclusions Laparoscopic wedge resection is safe, effective, and minimally invasive for treating gastric stromal tumors.