Oesophageal cancer

There are two main types of oesophageal cancer, squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and adenocarcinoma (ACA). SCC usually affects the middle third of the oesophagus and is associated with smoking, alcohol and low socio-economic status. ACA affects the lower third of the oesophagus and is associated with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. The UK has the highest incidence of ACA in the world and it is rising. Treatment may be palliative or curative. Curative treatment for advanced disease consists of neo-adjuvant chemotherapy or chemoradiotherapy followed by surgery.
Source: Surgery (Medicine Publishing) - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Oesophagus and stomach Source Type: research