ESOPHAGUS CANCER
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What is Esophageal Cancer?
Esophageal cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the esophagus. The esophagus is a muscular tube that runs from the mouth to the stomach and is a pathway through which food passes before the stomach. Esophageal cancer usually begins with abnormal growth of cells in the inner wall of the esophagus and turns into cancer cells over time. This type of cancer is generally more common in older ages and in men.
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What are the symptoms?
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Weight Loss
- Cough
- Hoarseness
- Hiccup
- Burning in chest
Gastroenterology Specialist
Prof. Dr. Mehmet Çağlıkülekçi
“ Early diagnosis is your most important weapon in the fight against esophageal cancer!“
STAGES OF ESTOP CANCER
Stage 1
The cancer has advanced to certain areas on the lining of the esophagus but has not spread to lymph nodes or other organs.
Stage 2
The cancer has advanced into the middle of the wall of the esophagus and spread to certain lymph nodes.
Stage 3
The cancer has advanced to the outer surface of the wall of the esophagus and spread to lymph nodes or nearby organs.
Stage 4
Cancer has spread to other organs or tissues beyond the esophagus.
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Treatment Methods
It is an operation performed to remove cancerous tissue. Surgery can be performed in various ways, such as removing all cancerous tissue or, in advanced cases of cancer, completely or partially removing the esophagus.
It is a treatment method that involves the use of high-energy rays to destroy cancer cells. In esophageal cancer, radiotherapy can be used before or after surgery to reduce or destroy the spread of cancer.
It is a treatment method that involves the use of drugs to destroy cancer cells. In the treatment of esophageal cancer, chemotherapy can be used before or after surgical treatment, with or without radiotherapy.
It stimulates the immune system to fight against cancer cells. It is a new treatment method in the treatment of esophageal cancer and can be used together with other treatment methods.
Frequently asked Questions
Esophageal cancer can be diagnosed using methods such as endoscopy, biopsy, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET) and blood tests.
Often, follow-up may include regular checkups, endoscopic examinations, imaging tests, and blood tests.
Esophageal cancer surgery may vary depending on the stage and size of the cancer. Surgery can be performed in different ways, such as removing all cancerous tissue or removing all or part of the esophagus.
The process after esophageal cancer surgery may vary depending on the patient's general health condition, the type of surgery and the stage of the cancer. The healing process can range from a few weeks to a few months.
After esophageal cancer treatment, patients are recommended to change their eating habits, exercise, avoid smoking and alcohol consumption and have regular check-ups. It is also important that they receive psychological support.
