[Abstract Only] Meta-Analysis: Pouch vs. No Pouch Following Total Gastrectomy

Pouch Versus No Pouch Following Total Gastrectomy: Meta-analysis of Randomized and Non-randomized Studies – Annals of Surgery (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

Commentary: Pouch Creation a Winner After Total Gastrectomy – MedPage Today (free registration required)

Related Commentary on Twitter

Pouch creation associated w/ increased albumin & BMI and less esophagitis & dumping after total gastrectomy, without increasing complications. Meta-analysis by @Nicholas_Syn et al at @NUSMedicine: https://t.co/1hxNJwEpF9 #VisualAbstract pic.twitter.com/f915z7sVj6

— Annals of Surgery (@AnnalsofSurgery) April 21, 2019