Stomach cancer total gastrectomy can live a few years

Survival time after total gastrectomy for gastric cancer is a complex and individual question that cannot be answered definitively. Survival depends on a variety of factors, including the pathological type, stage, physical condition of the patient, and the effectiveness of treatment. Generally speaking, for early gastric cancer, if total gastrectomy can be performed in time and there is no obvious lymph node metastasis, the survival time of patients after surgery may be relatively long, and even more than 80% of the 5-year survival rate may be achieved. If combined with radiotherapy, chemotherapy, biological targeted therapy and other comprehensive treatment measures after surgery, the survival time of patients may be further improved. However, for poorly differentiated gastric cancer with poor pathological classification, survival time may be relatively short even after total gastrectomy, and some may even endanger life due to distant metastasis and recurrence within 1 - 2 years. In addition, factors such as age, physical condition, mentality and postoperative recovery will also affect survival time. To sum up, the survival time after total gastrectomy for gastric cancer varies from person to person, and specific figures cannot be given. Patients should formulate personalized treatment plans under the guidance of doctors and in combination with their specific conditions, and actively cooperate with treatment to improve the treatment effect and prolong survival. At the same time, maintaining a good attitude and optimistic mood also has a positive impact on patients' recovery and survival.