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Oesophageal Cancer Flashcards

1
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2 histological types

A

Adenocarcinoma

Squamous cell carcinoma

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2
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Risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma

A

Smoking
Alcohol
Dietary carcinogens

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3
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Risk factors for adenocarcinoma

A

Obesity

Barrett’s oesophagus

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4
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Local effects

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Obstruction
Ulceration
Perforation

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5
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Methods of spread

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Direct (surrounding tissues)
Lymphatic
Blood (liver)

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6
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Prognosis

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Very poor

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