Esophageal Cancer Treatment
What is Esophageal Cancer ?
Esophageal cancer starts in the cells of the esophagus. Cancer of the esophagus may develop anywhere along the length of the esophagus. There are 2 main types: Squamous cell carcinoma, which starts in the squamous cells that line the esophagus and. Adenocarcinoma, which starts in the glandular cells of the lower third of the esophagus or in cells that have been damaged by acid backing up from the stomach
Causes & Risk Factors of Esophageal Cancer
Age – Esophageal cancer is more likely to occur as people get older, over age 60.
Sex – Cancer of the esophagus is more common in men than in women.
Tobcco / Alcohol Use – Chronic and/or heavy use of alcohol is another major risk factor.
Barrett’s Esophagus – Long-term irritation can increase the risk of esophageal cancer. Tissues at the bottom of the esophagus can become irritated if stomach acid frequently “backs up” into the esophagus — a problem called gastric reflux. Over time, cells in the irritated part of the esophagus may change and begin to resemble the cells that line the stomach. This condition, known as Barrett’s esophagus, is a premalignant condition that may develop into adenocarcinoma of the esophagus.
Medical History – Patients with family history of cancer.
Signs and Symptoms of Esophageal Cancer
Early esophageal cancer usually does not cause symptoms. However, as the cancer grows, symptoms may include: difficult or painful swallowing, severe weight loss, pain in the throat or back, behind the breastbone or between the shoulder blades, chronic cough, Vomiting and / or Coughing up blood.
Diagnosis Of Esophageal Cancer
Barium Swallow or Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) X-ray Upper Endoscopy for Esophageal Cancer Endoscopic Ultrasound for Esophageal Cancer Bronchoscopy for Esophageal Cancer Positron Emission Tomography for Esophageal Cancer Thoracoscopy and Laparoscopy for Esophageal Cancer Biopsy for Esophageal Cancer
Treatment Of Esophageal Cancer in India
Surgery to remove the cancer in India Laser treatment and stents to relieve symptoms Radiotherapy for Esophageal Cancer in India Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
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