This study delves into the uneven landscape of esophageal cancer treatment in Michigan. Analyzing data from over 8,600 patients, the researchers found that a mere 27.4% received esophageal surgery. Men, white individuals, the insured, and those in rural areas were more likely to get this surgery. Alarmingly, significant variations in care were discovered between urban […]
Category: Upper Gastrointestinal Tract
Circumferential ESD Shows Promise in Barrett’s Neoplasia Treatment
In North America, where esophageal cancers often stem from Barrett’s esophagus, researchers are exploring the effectiveness of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for treatment. This study analyzed eleven patients who underwent 100% circumferential esophageal ESD. Impressively, all procedures were technically successful with clear margins in most cases, indicating the potential for ESD as an alternative to […]