Figure 1From: Surgical techniques, open versus minimally invasive gastrectomy after chemotherapy (STOMACH trial): study protocol for a randomized controlled trialOverview of placement of trocars in minimally invasive gastrectomy. 1) laparoscope placement, 2) Nathanson Hook Liver Retractor, (3 and 4) additional instruments, 5) the incision (±5 to 6 cm) is performed in order to allow for retrieval of the specimen, and the wound is protected with an Alexis® wound protector, Applied Medical Resources Corp, Rancho Santa Margarita, California, USA. Dotted line portrays open gastrectomy.Back to article page