Gastric cancer is one of the serious global health problems in recent times. It is the fourth most common malignancy and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Despite the availability of various treatments, the outcomes of gastric cancer remain poor. The present article details the treatment and management strategies of gastric cancer, with special reference to the recommended treatments based on the different stages of gastric cancer.
Gastric cancer is a condition during which cancer cells or malignant cells are formed in the stomach lining. The poor treatment outcome of metastatic gastric cancer warrants the development of novel therapeutic targets. This will help in improving the overall cure rate of the disease, which is currently about 10%. The treatment and prognosis of gastric cancer greatly depend on the stage of cancer and the general health of the…
