In general, it takes 3 to 5 hours for patients with gastric cancer to undergo radical resection surgery. However, the specific time depends on the patient's condition, physical status, and the surgeon's level of expertise. Here are some factors that affect the duration of surgery:
1. Condition of the disease: If the tumor is small and has not metastasized, the surgery will be less difficult and the required time will be shorter; otherwise, it will be prolonged.
2. Physical condition: If the patient is in good physical condition and does not have other complications or comorbidities, they can tolerate the surgical procedure under anesthesia, and the duration of surgery will be relatively shorter. However, if there are severe cardiopulmonary insufficiencies or other conditions, it will affect the surgical process and outcome, resulting in a longer surgery time.
3. Surgeon's skill level: For experienced surgeons, they have a deeper understanding of anatomical structures and can better grasp surgical steps and techniques, thereby reducing surgery time and blood loss and improving surgical success rates.
There are also other factors that can affect the duration of surgery, such as whether laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery is used, postoperative recovery, etc. Therefore, it is recommended that before undergoing gastric cancer surgery, patients should fully understand their own condition and consult professional doctors to develop the most suitable treatment plan. The specific time of gastric cancer surgery varies from person to person and cannot be generalized. If you have any questions about this, please seek medical attention promptly and undergo standard diagnosis and treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
