Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5733784 | Journal of Surgical Research | 2017 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
Over one-third of patients with resectable GC fail to receive surgery. Suitable insurance coverage and treatment facility are the most salient (and only modifiable) risk factors for omitting surgery. To mitigate national disparities in surgical care, policymakers should consider improving insurance coverage in underserved areas and regionalization of gastric cancer care.
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Authors
Heather A. MD, Jeremiah T. MBBCh, Anh-Thu MD, Sean P. MD, Ching-Wei D. MD,