Overview
Gastric and colorectal cancers are among the most prevalent malignancies in Asia, and Shanghai has established itself as a regional hub for gastrointestinal (GI) oncology excellence. With world-class surgical expertise, advanced minimally invasive techniques, and robust multidisciplinary treatment protocols, Shanghai offers international patients access to care that rivals the best cancer centers globally.
China Medical Concierge Shanghai (CMCS) connects international patients with Shanghai's leading GI cancer specialists, providing seamless support from initial consultation through to post-treatment follow-up.
Understanding Gastric Cancer
What Is Gastric Cancer?
Gastric cancer arises from the mucosal lining of the stomach and remains one of the most common cancers in East Asia. China accounts for nearly 44% of global gastric cancer cases, which has driven the development of exceptional surgical and oncological expertise within the country's leading hospitals.
Common Symptoms
- Persistent upper abdominal pain or bloating
- Unexplained weight loss and reduced appetite
- Nausea, vomiting, or early satiety
- Difficulty swallowing
- Blood in stool or dark/tarry stools
- Fatigue and anaemia
Risk Factors
- Helicobacter pylori infection
- High-salt, smoked, or preserved food diet
- Family history or hereditary syndromes (e.g., CDH1 mutation)
- Chronic atrophic gastritis or intestinal metaplasia
- Smoking and heavy alcohol consumption
Diagnosis & Staging
Accurate staging is the foundation of effective treatment planning. At Shanghai's leading hospitals, the standard diagnostic workup includes:
- Gastroscopy with biopsy — definitive diagnosis and histological classification
- CT scan (chest/abdomen/pelvis) — locoregional and distant staging
- Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) — T and N staging
- PET-CT — selected cases for occult metastasis detection
- Diagnostic laparoscopy — peritoneal staging before surgery
- Molecular profiling — HER2, PD-L1, MSI/MMR status for targeted and immunotherapy eligibility
Treatment Options in Shanghai
Surgery
Surgical resection remains the cornerstone of curative treatment for resectable gastric cancer. Shanghai surgeons are highly experienced in both open and minimally invasive (laparoscopic and robotic) gastrectomy, with D2 lymphadenectomy as the standard of care — an approach associated with improved survival outcomes and widely practiced across East Asia.
Standardized Comprehensive Treatment
Modern gastric cancer management goes far beyond surgery. Shanghai's leading centers follow standardized, evidence-based multidisciplinary protocols that integrate surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and radiation in a coordinated treatment plan tailored to each patient's disease stage and molecular profile.
Neoadjuvant & Perioperative Therapy
For locally advanced disease, preoperative (neoadjuvant) chemotherapy or chemoimmunotherapy is used to shrink the tumor, improve resectability, and reduce the risk of recurrence. Perioperative regimens such as FLOT, SOX, and XELOX are routinely used, with immunotherapy increasingly integrated into these protocols.
Targeted Therapy & Immunotherapy
- HER2-positive: Trastuzumab + chemotherapy
- PD-L1 positive / MSI-H: Pembrolizumab or Nivolumab-based regimens
- Advanced/metastatic disease: Individualized systemic therapy based on molecular profiling
Why Choose Shanghai for Gastric Cancer Treatment?
- Highest surgical volume in Asia — Shanghai surgeons operate on thousands of gastric cancer patients annually, with outcomes data rivaling Japan and South Korea
- Internationally trained specialists — many Shanghai surgeons have trained at leading centers in the US, Europe, and South Korea
- Standardized multidisciplinary protocols — evidence-based treatment pathways followed across all major centers
- Advanced minimally invasive surgery — laparoscopic and robotic gastrectomy routinely performed
- Cost-effective world-class care — significantly lower cost than equivalent treatment in the US, UK, or Singapore
Featured Specialist: Prof. Wang Hongshan — Zhongshan Hospital Wusong
Prof. Wang Hongshan (王洪山) is a senior gastrointestinal oncology surgeon and Vice President of Zhongshan Hospital Wusong Branch, affiliated with Fudan University — one of China's most prestigious academic medical institutions. He also serves as the Academic Director of General Surgery at the hospital.
Clinical Expertise
- Surgical treatment of gastrointestinal tumors — gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, and other GI malignancies
- Standardized comprehensive oncology treatment — integrating surgery with chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive care
- Minimally invasive GI surgery — laparoscopic techniques for gastric and colorectal resections
International Training Background
Prof. Wang has received advanced minimally invasive surgical training in the United States, France, and South Korea — bringing an international perspective to his clinical practice and ensuring his techniques align with global best practices. This breadth of training makes him particularly well-suited to treating international patients who seek care consistent with Western oncology standards.
For international patients, Prof. Wang's team offers remote pre-consultation review of medical records, imaging, and pathology reports, enabling a personalized treatment plan to be developed before arrival in Shanghai.
How CMCS Supports Your Journey
CMCS is not a hospital — we are your dedicated medical concierge, providing a trusted bridge between international patients and Shanghai's finest cancer specialists.
Our services include:
- ✅ Direct appointment coordination with Prof. Wang Hongshan and other top GI cancer specialists
- ✅ Medical record and imaging translation and pre-consultation review
- ✅ Second opinion facilitation
- ✅ Hospital admission and surgical scheduling support
- ✅ Accommodation and logistics coordination in Shanghai
- ✅ Post-treatment follow-up and remote check-in support
Contact CMCS
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with gastric or gastrointestinal cancer and would like to explore treatment options in Shanghai, our team is ready to help.
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