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Esophageal cancer

Digestive system
Digestive system
Heartburn prevention
Heartburn prevention
Alternative Names

Cancer - esophagus


Prevention

The following may help reduce your risk of squamous cell cancer of the esophagus:

  • Avoid smoking
  • Limit or eliminate alcoholic drinks

People with symptoms of severe reflux should seek medical attention.

Screening with EGD and biopsy in people with Barrett's esophagus may lead to early detection and improved survival. People diagnosed with Barrett's esophagus should see a gastroenterologist (digestive system specialist) at least every year.


References

Kleinberg LR, Forastier AA, Heitmiller RF. Cancer of the esophagus. In: Abeloff MD, Armitage JO, Niederhuber JE, Kastan MB, McKena WG, eds. Clinical Oncology. 3rd ed. Orlando, Fl: Churchill Livingstone; 2004; chap 77.

Esophageal Cancer. NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology. National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc. 2008. Accessed July 22, 2008.



Review Date: 07/22/2008
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Mark Levin, MD, Hematologist and Oncologist, Newark, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (4/8/2008).

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).
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