Postoperative evaluation of pylorus-preserving gastrectomy for early gastric cancer.

Abstract

Pylorus-preserving gastrectomy has advantages over distal gastrectomy in terms of the avoidance of dumping syndrome and protection against duodeno-gastric reflux. However, more time was necessary for improved gastric fullness or food intake. Pylorus-preserving gastrectomy should be applied in younger patients with early gastric cancer expecting long survival.