Gastrectomies for the treatment of gastric cancer in a reference cancer center present better pathological results and survival compared to non-specialized hospitals.

Background: Some studies have shown that gastrectomy performed by experienced surgeons in high-volume specialized hospitals with the possibility of complete treatment has better results. This study aimed to compare the results of patients who underwent surgery at a reference center with non-specialized centers.

Methods: Patients with gastric adenocarcinoma stage as pTNM II and III who underwent curative gastrectomy and were referred for adjuvant chemotherapy between 2009 and 2018 were included.