Publications by authors named "Alex M Clem"

Introduction: Lymphadenectomy (LND) is recommended following surgical resection of ≥ T1b gallbladder cancer (GBC). However, frequency and stage-specific survival benefits of LND remain unclear.

Patients And Methods: The National Cancer Database (NCDB; 2006-15) was queried for resected pathologic stage I-III GBC.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Alex M Clem"

  • Alex M Clem's recent research focuses on surgical procedures and outcomes related to gallbladder cancer, specifically examining the role of lymphadenectomy after resection of gallbladder tumors.
  • His study analyzes data from the National Cancer Database to identify rates, predictors, and outcomes of portal lymphadenectomy in patients with resectable gallbladder cancer.
  • The findings aim to clarify the survival benefits associated with lymphadenectomy for various stages of gallbladder cancer, addressing a gap in the current understanding of optimal surgical interventions for this condition.