Gastric bypass surgery associated with reduced risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma
This large multinational observational study investigated whether bariatric surgery was associated with reduced risk of esophageal and cardia adenocarcinoma (ECA)
Fine particulates and risk of esophageal cancer
This prospective cohort study conducted in China aimed to assess the association between long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.
Advances in management of esophageal cancer
While the ESOCAN website and blog focus on the epidemiology and prevention of esophageal cancer, this review gives insight into
Qualitative analysis of professionals' views on screening for esophageal adenocarcinoma
In this unusual and very in-depth review, Dr. Sijben and colleagues perform a qualitative analysis of professional’s views on
Integration of epidemiology and machine learning in ESCC screening
The following summary made use of an accompanying comment by Drs. Dawsey and Duit:
A substantial advance for screening of
Bariatric surgery and risk of esophagogastric carcinoma
This study aimed to investigate whether bariatric surgery is associated with an increased risk of developing esophagogastric carcinoma, using a
Frequency of post-RFA pain and dysphasia
Radio frequency ablation (RFA) has become a standard of care for persons with advanced dysplasia in Barrett's, but little has
Endoscopic surveillance in rural China
The article discusses the findings of a community-based, multicenter, prospective cohort study on endoscopic surveillance for premalignant esophageal lesions in
Discussion of underlying reasons for EAC/BE screening shortcomings
While not exactly a streetfight, Drs. Spechler and El-Serag briefly discuss in this "point/counterpoint" possible reasons that current screening
Update on screening for Barrett's and esophageal cancer
This review nicely updates the status of screening programs for Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma, with and emphasis on established
