Oesophageal Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Most common UK
A
Adenocarcinoma
2
Q
Where does adenocarcinoma happen
A
Lower 3rd near gastroesophageal junction
3
Q
Risk factors adenocarcinoma (5)
A
GORD Barrett’s oesophagus Smoking Achalasia Obesity
4
Q
Most common in developing world
A
Squamous cell
5
Q
Where does squamous cell happen
A
Upper 2/3
6
Q
Risk factors squamous cell (4)
A
Smoking
Alcohol
Achalasia
Plumber Vinson syndrome
7
Q
Investigation for diagnosis
A
Upper GI endoscopy
8
Q
Investigation for locoregional staging
A
Endoscopic ultrasound
9
Q
Investigation for initial staging
A
CT chest, abdomen and pelvis
