Zuo DD, Zhang S, Tan X. Beyond the scalpel: Integrating mind and body with multidisciplinary team nursing in gastrointestinal oncology. World J Gastrointest Oncol 2026; 18(3): 114728 [DOI: 10.4251/wjgo.v18.i3.114728]
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Xi Tan, BSN, Department of Endoscopy, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, No. 1800 Yuntai Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 200120, China. 1162129089@qq.com
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Zuo DD, Zhang S, Tan X. Beyond the scalpel: Integrating mind and body with multidisciplinary team nursing in gastrointestinal oncology. World J Gastrointest Oncol 2026; 18(3): 114728 [DOI: 10.4251/wjgo.v18.i3.114728]
World J Gastrointest Oncol. Mar 15, 2026; 18(3): 114728 Published online Mar 15, 2026. doi: 10.4251/wjgo.v18.i3.114728
Beyond the scalpel: Integrating mind and body with multidisciplinary team nursing in gastrointestinal oncology
Dan-Dan Zuo, Shun Zhang, Xi Tan
Dan-Dan Zuo, Shun Zhang, Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200120, China
Xi Tan, Department of Endoscopy, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200120, China
Co-corresponding authors: Shun Zhang and Xi Tan.
Author contributions: Zhang S and Tan X contribute equally to this study as co-corresponding authors; Zhang S designed the overall concept and outline of the manuscript; Zhang S, Zuo DD, and Tan X contributed to the discussion and design of the manuscript; Zuo DD and Tan X contributed to the writing, and editing the manuscript, and review of literature.
Conflict-of-interest statement: Authors declare no conflict of interests for this article.
Corresponding author: Xi Tan, BSN, Department of Endoscopy, Shanghai East Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, No. 1800 Yuntai Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 200120, China. 1162129089@qq.com
Received: September 26, 2025 Revised: November 6, 2025 Accepted: December 5, 2025 Published online: March 15, 2026 Processing time: 166 Days and 17.1 Hours
Abstract
Surgical resection is the cornerstone of treatment for gastrointestinal tumors, but postoperative recovery is fraught with challenges, including impaired wound healing and significant psychological distress. Standard nursing care often falls short of addressing these multifaceted needs. The recent study by Huang and Qian provides compelling evidence for the efficacy of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) collaborative nursing model. Their retrospective analysis demonstrates that an integrated, holistic approach significantly improves wound healing, alleviates anxiety and depression, enhances quality of life, and reduces complication rates compared to conventional care. This letter discusses the significance of these findings, contextualizes the synergistic benefits of the MDT model, and outlines future directions for research and clinical implementation. It underscores the necessity of adopting such patient-centered, integrated care models as the new standard in postoperative management for gastrointestinal oncology.
Core Tip: The study by Huang and Qian validates the profound impact of multidisciplinary team (MDT) collaborative nursing on postoperative gastrointestinal tumor patients. This integrated approach, which addresses both physical and psychological well-being, leads to superior wound healing, reduced emotional distress, and fewer complications. Their work champions a necessary shift from conventional, fragmented care to a holistic, patient-centered model, advocating for the widespread adoption of MDT nursing as a new standard to optimize recovery and enhance the quality of life in gastrointestinal oncology.
