The Impact of Patient-Dependent Risk Factors on Morbidity and Mortality Following Gastric Surgery for Malignancies

This study, involving 114 patients over 6 years, investigated the impact of patient-dependent risk factors on outcomes following gastric surgery for cancer. It found that poor nutritional status, anemia, diabetes mellitus, and cardiac failure significantly increased the risk of postoperative complications, such as infections and anastomotic leaks, leading to higher mortality rates, longer hospital stays, and increased costs. The mortality rate was 5.98%, with all deceased patients having at least two comorbidities. The study underscored the importance of identifying and managing these risk factors preoperatively to improve surgical outcomes and emphasized the role of patient education in managing comorbidities.