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Print: What is stomach cancer?
Stomach cancer (also called gastric cancer) is the growth of cancer cells in the lining and wall of the stomach.
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Gastric Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment Options by JC Layke, PP Lopez (American Family Physician March 01, 2004, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20040301/1133.html)
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Reviewed/Updated: 05/10
Created: 05/99
