Stomach Cancer

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Stomach cancer in younger people

Dr. Travis Grotz, a Mayo Clinic surgical oncologist, shares what people should know about the signs and symptoms of stomach cancer.

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As stomach cancer rates rise in younger people, knowing symptoms and family history is key

Dr. Mojun Zhu discusses the increase in stomach cancer in people under 50 and how symptom awareness and knowledge of family history can help detect it early.

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New chemotherapy approach for treating stomach cancer

Dr. Travis Grotz discusses how hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) works and the potential benefits of the treatment.

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New heated drug baths provide hope for patients with stomach cancer

Mayo Clinic study shows a new approach to chemotherapy more than doubles the typical survival rate for people with stomach cancer.

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Dear Mayo Clinic: Signs of stomach cancer? Diagnosis and treatment

Dr. Travis Grotz, a Mayo Clinic surgical oncologist, explains the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of stomach cancer.

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Gene biomarker may predict gastric cancer survival, treatment response

Researchers have identified a gene biomarker associated with overall survival and treatment response in people with gastric cancer.

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More adventures thanks to advanced cancer care, robotic surgery

The story of 39-year-old Stacy Weisensel's diagnosis of stomach cancer and her treatment journey at Mayo Clinic.

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New chemotherapy approach for late-stage cancers

Dr. Travis Grotz explains how hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy works and how it can help patients with certain late-stage cancers.

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Stomach cancer concerns

Oncologist Dr. Mohamad Sonbol explains why there is hope for people with stomach cancer as treatments improve.

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November cancer awareness: Clinical trials for pancreas, lung, stomach cancers and more

A new blog series to raise awareness about clinical trials and their important role in cancer care.