Gastric Cancer Treatment
胃癌治疗
Duration
3-6 months for complete treatment
Recovery
3-6 weeks from surgery, dietary adaptation over 3-6 months
Savings
~80% vs US
Average savings compared to US prices
China has among the world's highest gastric cancer incidence, resulting in unparalleled surgical expertise and treatment protocols. Chinese surgeons routinely perform D2 lymphadenectomy — the gold standard for gastric cancer — with lower complication rates than many Western centers due to sheer volume. Patients access comprehensive care including endoscopic early-stage treatment, laparoscopic gastrectomy, perioperative chemotherapy, and novel immunotherapy combinations.
Endoscopic Diagnosis & Staging
Upper endoscopy with biopsy, endoscopic ultrasound, and CT/PET staging determine disease extent
Duration: 2-3 daysNeoadjuvant Chemotherapy
Pre-operative chemotherapy shrinks the tumor and treats micrometastatic disease
Duration: 2-3 monthsSurgical Gastrectomy
Laparoscopic subtotal or total gastrectomy with D2 lymph node dissection
Duration: 3-5 hoursAdjuvant Treatment & Nutrition
Post-operative chemotherapy, nutritional rehabilitation, and regular endoscopic surveillance
Duration: 3-6 months- World-leading surgical expertise due to high case volumes
- D2 lymphadenectomy improves long-term survival
- Early gastric cancer can be cured endoscopically without surgery
- Access to novel immunotherapy combinations in clinical trials
- Nutritional deficiencies after partial or total gastrectomy
- Dumping syndrome affecting eating habits
- Anastomotic complications requiring intervention
- Chemotherapy toxicity (bone marrow suppression, nausea)
Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.