Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Oesophageal Cancer
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Oesophageal Cancer
Oesophageal cancer is a malignancy originating in the oesophagus, the muscular tube connecting the throat to the stomach. Risk factors include smoking, alcohol consumption, and Barrett's oesophagus. Symptoms include difficulty swallowing, weight loss, and chest pain. Early detection of oesophageal cancer significantly improves treatment outcomes and survival rates.