CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF GASTRIC WALL STRUCTURE AND CRITERIA FOR SELECTING THE EXTENT OF GASTRIC RESECTION

Abstract

The structure of the gastric wall plays a critical role in determining gastric function, surgical safety, and postoperative outcomes. In bariatric and other gastric surgeries, the extent of gastric resection must be carefully selected based on anatomical, histological, and functional characteristics of the stomach. This study analyzes the clinical significance of gastric wall architecture and defines key criteria for selecting the optimal volume of gastric resection. Morphological features such as wall thickness, muscular integrity, vascular supply, and inflammatory changes are shown to have direct implications for surgical planning, healing capacity, and long-term functional results. Understanding these factors provides a rational basis for individualized surgical decision-making.