PGI NHL are heterogeneous diseases. The number of localized PGL allowed for detailed analyses. Larger studies are needed for stages III and IV and for intestinal NHL. A uniform reporting system for PGI NHL, in terms of definitions and histologic and staging classifications, is needed to facilitate comparison of treatment results.
In this nonrandomized study (02/96), we reproduced the previous results of study 01/92 showing no disadvantage for an organ-preserving treatment. Therefore, primary stomach resection should be questioned.
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