Tumorigenic Conversion of Primary Human Esophageal Epithelial
To investigate pathways of human esophageal squamous cell transformation, we generated esophageal tumor cells using human telomerase– and SV40-immortalized primary esophageal epithelial cells (EPC2) by overexpression of selected
Esophageal cancer linked to a diet heavy in carbohydrates
Carbohydrate consumption of Americans has increased over the years and so has the incidence of esophageal cancer. Esophageal adenocarcinoma rose from 2500 cases per year back in 1973 to nearly 15000 cases per year in 2001.
Barry's tips for esophageal cancer survivors
In that post I mentioned one of the stories I liked on the webpage written by a six year esophageal cancer survivor named Barry Bokhaut. I decided to email Barry and talk to him about his experience and any advice he might have for
Multidisciplinary teams improve esophageal cancer staging
The multidisciplinary team improves staging accuracy for gastro-esophageal cancer, finds the latest issue of Diseases of the Esophagus
Capsule endoscopy "adequate" for esophageal studies
NEW YORK (Reuters Health), Oct 31 - In the September issue of the European Journal Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dr. Sanchez-Yague and colleagues at Virgen Macarena University Hospital, Seville report on 30 consecutive capsule
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Allows Esophageal Tumor Resection in
Conclusion: Our study shows that in selected patients with esophageal carcinoma who suffer from severe emphysema, simultaneous unilateral LVRS renders esophageal tumor resection safe and effective. Also, these patients may experience
Cathy's Esophageal Cancer Cafe
Cathy's EC Cafe' was started in 1995 to support those diagnosed with esophageal cancer. When Cathy's dad was diagnosed with the disease in 1995, Cathy could not find much information on the internet. Since then, The Cafe has celebrated
Former Texas Governor Ann Richards dies of esophageal cancer
Filed under: Esophageal Cancer, Politics, Daily news, Celebrity in memoriam. Ann Richards was the Governor of Texas from In March of his year she said she was being treated for esophageal cancer. She passed away at the age of 73.
Successful recovery of esophageal patency in 2 patients with
Conclusions: The CARD needle-knife method may be a safe, effective, and efficient approach to complete esophageal occlusion. In addition, the CARD-EUS needle method may be an preferable technique to cross long obstructions quickly;
Met Receptor Signaling: A Key Effector in Esophageal Adenocarcinoma
Purpose: The incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma is rising, The hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) receptor Met has been detected in esophageal cancer. We assessed the prognostic significance of Met expression in esophageal

Esophageal Dilatation
Jackson Gastroenterology's Web Site includes office information and paient education material on digestive and liver disorders, and nutrition.
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Bleeding esophageal varices
Find information about this disorder and gives a definition, its causes, incidence, and risk factors.
ESOPHAGEAL CANCER
What evaluation is appropriate to diagnose esophageal cancer? Other rare forms of esophageal cancer include sarcoma and small cell cancer.
esophageal carcinoma 1998

Esophageal Cancer Home Page - National Cancer Institute
NCI's gateway for information about esophageal cancer.

ESOPHAGEAL CANCER
What evaluation is appropriate to diagnose esophageal cancer? Other rare forms of esophageal cancer include sarcoma and small cell cancer.
ACHALASIA AND ESOPHAGEAL MOTILITY DISORDERS
What causes esophageal motility disorders and achalasia? How are people evaluated for possible achalasia and esophageal motility disorders?
esophageal carcinoma 1998

Esophageal Cancer Home Page - National Cancer Institute
NCI's gateway for information about esophageal cancer.
ECAA - Welcome
Most will have never heard of esophageal cancer The Esophageal Cancer Awareness Association, Inc. (ECAA) is a New York State non profit corporation
Cathy's Esophageal Cancer Cafe
Cathy's Esophageal Cancer Cafe -- Providing information on esophageal cancer to patients and caregivers.
Esophageal cancer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Barrett's esophagus is considered to be a risk factor for esophageal adenocarcinoma There are a number of risk factors for esophageal cancer.
Postgraduate Medicine: Bleeding esophageal varices
Discusses this complication of portal hypertension. Find causes, risk factors, and conclusions.