JNM: PET/CT steers treatment for patients with esophageal cancer 
Health Imaging
18F-FDG PET/CT imaging impacted staging in 40 percent of patients newly diagnosed with esophageal cancer and management in 34 percent of patients, according to a study published online May 11 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

 

Study: Inflammation Might Impact Reflux to Esophageal Cancer Progression 
Becker's ASC Review
A new study reveals inflammation might play a role in the progression from reflux to esophageal cancer, according to a news release. The study was published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the journal of the American Gastroenterological ...

 

1st Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk 11:06 am 
Providence Business News
The 1st Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk will be held on Saturday, June 16th, at Warwick City Park in Warwick, Rhode Island at 9:00 AM. Walkers are encouraged to bring their pets the day of the walk and can register online by visiting: ...

 

Sex Influences Survival in Esophageal Cancer 
Doctors Lounge
Sex is an independent prognostic factor for patients with locoregional esophageal cancer and metastatic esophageal cancer, according to a study published online May 14 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. WEDNESDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- Sex is an ...

 

CDx Diagnostics Announces Live Demonstration Series of the New WATS3D Biopsy ... 
SYS-CON Media (press release)
Of this group, approximately 10% will develop altered cells in their esophagus called Barrett's esophagus. While Barrett's esophagus is not lethal, in some patients it can lead to esophageal cancer, which is deadly and, unfortunately, ...

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GERD and Esophageal Cancer Link Becomes Clearer 
eMaxHealth
By Deborah Mitchell on May 14, 2012 - 6:15am for eMaxHealth The incidence of esophageal cancer has been increasing dramatically, and while experts have long known GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a risk factor, the link between the two is now ...

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Less-Invasive Surgery for Esophageal Cancer Might Be Safer 
U.S. News & World Report
MONDAY, April 30 (HealthDay News) -- Besides being easier on the patient, minimally invasive surgery to remove the esophagus of patients with esophageal cancer can also greatly reduce the risk of lung infection compared to traditional open surgery, ...

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Cancer patient commits suicide 
Times of India
JAIPUR: A 63-year old man, who was suffering from esophageal cancer for the last two years, committed suicide by jumping from the terrace of his double-storied house at Swarn Path locality in Mansarovar. His body was spotted on the terrace of his ...

 

GERD-related inflammation may contribute to esophageal cancer risk 
Medical Xpress
In?ammation might be an important factor in the progression from re?ux to esophageal cancer, according to a new study in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association.

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Study: Unsedated Screening for Esophageal Disease is Safe 
EndoNurse
Esophageal cancer is the most rapidly increasing type of neoplasia in terms of incidence in the United States over the last three decades. Endoscopic screening for esophageal neoplasia can identify patients who might benefit from early intervention for ...

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