Transforming Lives Through Expertise: A Complex Stomach Cancer Case Handled Successfully by Dr. Vikas Maheshwari
At our hospital, Dr. Vikas Maheshwari, a senior gastrointestinal and cancer surgeon, recently led a complex and life-changing surgery for a 69-year-old gentleman suffering from gastric outlet obstruction due to stomach cancer.
The patient had been experiencing severe abdominal pain after eating, persistent heaviness, early satiety, and vomiting undigested food for two months. He also reported a significant weight loss of 10 kg over this period. Alarmed by these symptoms, the patient initially consulted a local doctor who advised an upper GI endoscopy.
The endoscopy revealed a mass in the pylorus (the stomach’s exit), and a biopsy confirmed it as a moderately differentiated adenocarcinoma. Under the guidance and care of Dr. Vikas Maheshwari, further evaluation was carried out, including a PET-CT scan, which identified the gastric mass and an enlarged 3×2 cm lymph node in the chest (mediastinum). An EUS-guided FNAC was performed, raising the possibility of infection or tuberculosis, adding a layer of complexity to the case.
After a comprehensive staging work-up and expert evaluation by Dr. Vikas Maheshwari, it was determined that although there was some suspicion regarding the mediastinal node, the gastric cancer was locally advanced but operable. Due to complete blockage of the stomach outlet, surgery was deemed necessary to restore the patient’s ability to eat and improve his quality of life.
On April 25, 2025, Dr. Vikas Maheshwari successfully performed:
- Staging laparoscopy
- Subtotal radical gastrectomy
- D2 lymphadenectomy, including lymph node stations 1, 3–6, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 12
Thanks to Dr. Vikas Maheshwari’s expertise and meticulous surgical technique, the procedure was completed without complications. The patient made an excellent recovery and was discharged on the 5th postoperative day in stable condition.
Expertise That Makes a Difference
This case underscores the advanced level of care provided at our hospital, led by specialists like Dr. Vikas Maheshwari. His experience in handling complex gastrointestinal cancers ensured the best possible outcome for the patient.
Dr. Vikas Maheshwari and his team remain committed to delivering cutting-edge surgical solutions with compassion and precision.