Stomach Neoplasm
Conditions
Brief summary
Prospective observational study comparing the use of circular (Orvil) and linear stapler for intracorporeal esophagojejunostomy. Patients with adenocaricinoma involving the esophagogastric junction or the gastric cardia are observed. The two methods of esophagojejunostomy are compared.
Interventions
Use of either circular or linear stapler
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Diagnosed as gastric adenocarcinoma * Involving the esophagogastric junction or gastric cardia * Age 18 - 80 years * Anticipated to undergo laparoscopic total or proximal gastrectomy * cT1-T4a
Exclusion criteria
* Previous history of gastrectomy * Neoadjuvant chemotherapy or radiotherapy for gastric cancer * Invasion to other organs * Open conversion
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Anastomosis complication | within 1 year | including anastomosis leakage, stenosis, bleeding of the esophagojejunostomy |
Countries
South Korea