Esophageal CancerConnect
Overview of Esophageal Cancer
Signs, Symptoms of Esophageal Cancer: Who's at risk? How is it diagnosed?
Treatment & Management of Esophageal Cancer
Surgery and Systemic Immuotherapy-Chemotherapy are the Cornerstones of Esophageal Cancer Treatment
Checkpoint Inhibitors Improve Treatment of Esophageal Cancer
Checkpoint Inhibitors Opdivo and Keytruda improve survival and delay esophageal cancer recurrence
Esophageal Cancer Connect is a unique resource that brings patients, caregivers, advocates and experts together in a single community where individuals benefit from a blend of expert-authored news and educational programming alongside a robust social network, providing insight into symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and the support of other individuals being treated at some of the best cancer centers. Esophageal Cancer Connect offers users expert authored clinically-reviewed information and the perspective of their peers in a safe, objective space, helping to ensure they become empowered in their healthcare journey.
Esophageal Cancer Connect is a unique resource that brings patients, caregivers, advocates and experts together in a single community where individuals benefit from a blend of expert-authored news and educational programming alongside a robust social network, providing insight into symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and the support of other individuals being treated at some of the best cancer centers. Esophageal Cancer Connect offers users expert authored clinically-reviewed information and the perspective of their peers in a safe, objective space, helping to ensure they become empowered in their healthcare journey.
Esophageal Cancer Overviews
Treatment of Stage IV of Esophageal Cancer
Treatment of stage IV esophageal cancer;
Esophageal Cancer Survival Improved Using Precision Cancer Medicines
Genomic testing for EGFR HER2 and other cancer driving mutations and key biomarkers can help determine optimal treatment
Treatment of Recurrent Esophageal Cancer
Understand treatment options for recurrent esophageal cancer and the role of clinical trials
Treatment of Stage II - III Esophageal Cancer
Surgery, radiation chemotherapy, and precision cancer medicines may be part of stage II - III esophageal cancer treament
Esophageal Cancer Treatment
Treatment of Recurrent Esophageal Cancer
Understand treatment options for recurrent esophageal cancer and the role of clinical trials
Treatment of Stage II - III Esophageal Cancer
Surgery, radiation chemotherapy, and precision cancer medicines may be part of stage II - III esophageal cancer treament
Treatment for Stage 0 - I Esophageal Cancer
Understand treatment of stage 0 - I esophageal cancer.
Esophageal Cancer Survivorship
An Aspirin A Day Lowers The Risk of Cancer
What is the evidence that daily aspirin use reduces the risk of developing cancer?
Gastroesophageal Relux - GERD Raising Awareness About an Unknown Killer
Mindy Mordecai & John Lipham, MD, University of Southern California discuss ECAN's role in raising GERD awareness
Esophageal Cancer Newsletter
Stay Current With Esophageal Cancer Treatment Advances & Connect with Others
Diets Rich in Fruits & Vegetables Reduce the Risk of Esophageal Cancer
High intake of nutrients found in fruits and vegetables may lower the risk of the development of esophageal cancer.
Esophageal Cancer News
Checkpoint Inhibitors Improve Treatment of Esophageal Cancer
Checkpoint Inhibitors Opdivo and Keytruda improve survival and delay esophageal cancer recurrence
Treatment of Stage II - III Esophageal Cancer
Surgery, radiation chemotherapy, and precision cancer medicines may be part of stage II - III esophageal cancer treament
Surgical Treatment and Endoscopic Mucosal Resection for Esophageal Cancer
Surgeon experience, hospital volume and minimally invasive surgical techniques all contribute to improving outcomes.
Esophageal Cancer: 10 Tips on How to Get The Most From Your Doctor
In addition to going to a high volume treatment center here are 10 tips for facing esophogeal cancer.
Treatment of Stage IV of Esophageal Cancer
Treatment of stage IV esophageal cancer;
An Aspirin A Day Lowers The Risk of Cancer
What is the evidence that daily aspirin use reduces the risk of developing cancer?
Esophageal Cancer Survival Improved Using Precision Cancer Medicines
Genomic testing for EGFR HER2 and other cancer driving mutations and key biomarkers can help determine optimal treatment
Treatment & Management of Esophageal Cancer
Surgery and Systemic Immuotherapy-Chemotherapy are the Cornerstones of Esophageal Cancer Treatment
Esophageal Cancer Newsletter
Stay Current With Esophageal Cancer Treatment Advances & Connect with Others
Treatment of Recurrent Esophageal Cancer
Understand treatment options for recurrent esophageal cancer and the role of clinical trials
Overview of Esophageal Cancer
Signs, Symptoms of Esophageal Cancer: Who's at risk? How is it diagnosed?
FDA Approves Cyramzaâ„¢ in Combination With Paclitaxel for Esophageal Cancer
Cyramzaâ„¢ in Combination With Paclitaxel for Gastroesophageal Junction Adenocarcinoma
Diets Rich in Fruits & Vegetables Reduce the Risk of Esophageal Cancer
High intake of nutrients found in fruits and vegetables may lower the risk of the development of esophageal cancer.
New Drug Combination Boosts Survival in Advanced Esophageal Cancers
Peter Enzinger, MD, director of the Center for Esophageal Cancer at Dana-Farber reports effectiveness of CAPOX+B+T.
Selected Subsets of Patients with Esophageal Cancer Respond to Iressa®
Selected Subsets of Patients with Esophageal Cancer Respond to Iressa®
Surgery Improves Survival in Stage III-IV Esophageal Cancer
Surgery + chemoradiation doubles survival compared to surgery alone for treatment of stage III-IV esophageal cancer
Radiation Therapy & Chemotherapy Effective against Some Stage Esophageal Cancers
Combo of Radiation Therapy and Chemotherapy, without Surgery, Effective against Some Stage I to IV Esophageal Cancers
Cytosponge Offers Minimally Invasive Screening Option for Barrett’s Esophagus
Minimally Invasive Screening Options for Barrett’s Esophagus
NSAIDS Reduce Risk of Esophageal Cancer
Regular use of NSAIDS can reduce the risk of esophageal and other cancers.
Chemotherapy/Radiation Prior to Surgery Improves Survival over Surgery Alone
Chemotherapy/Radiation Prior to Surgery Improves Survival over Surgery Alone in Esophageal Cancer
Pre-Operative Chemotherapy Appears to Improve Survival in Esophageal Cancer
Pre-Operative Chemotherapy Appears to Improve Survival in Esophageal Cancer
Cancer of the Esophagus: Chemotherapy & Radiation Therapy May Improve Survival
Localized Cancer of the Esophagus: Adding Chemotherapy to Radiation Therapy May Improve Survival Rates.Treatment for can
Surgery May Alleviate Symptoms & Improve Quality of Life
Surgery May Alleviate Symptoms and Improve Quality of Life in Persons with Advanced Cancer of the Esophagus
Radiofrequency Ablation in Barrett’s Esophagus May Prevent Esophageal Cancer
Radiofrequency Ablation in Barrett’s Esophagus May Prevent Esophageal Cancer
Survival Among Patients with Esophageal Cancer Is Improved with Combined Therapy
Survival Among Patients with Esophageal Cancer Is Improved with Combined Therapy Followed by Surgery
Chemotherapy for Patients with Localized Cancer of the Esophagus
Neoadjuvant Treatment with Combination Radiation Chemotherapy for Patients with Localized Cancer of the Esophagus
Epirubicin Plus Cisplatin Plus Prolonged Fluorouracil
Epirubicin Plus Cisplatin Plus Prolonged Fluorouracil Is Active against Advanced Adenocarcinoma of the Esophagus
Genetic Variatiosn Predict Response to Therapy & Survival in Esophageal Cancer
Genetic testing beginning to make a difference in esophageal cancer
PET Scanning Valuable for Staging of Esophageal Cancer
PET Scanning Valuable for Staging of Esophageal Cancer
PET Scans Improve Staging Accuracy in Esophageal Cancer
PET Scans Improve Staging Accuracy in Esophageal Cancer
Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy plus Radiation Improves Survival in Esophageal Cancer
Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy plus Radiation Improves Survival in Esophageal Cancer
Treatment for Localized Esophageal Cancer
Treatment for Localized Esophageal Cancer: Surgery Alone Is as Effective as Surgery with Chemotherapy and Radiation
Barrett’s Esophagus Increases Risk of Esophageal Cancer and Mortality
Barrett’s Esophagus Increases Risk of Esophageal Cancer and Mortality
Xeloda® and Eloxatin® Evaluated in Esophageal and Gastric Cancers
Xeloda® and Eloxatin® Evaluated in Esophageal and Gastric Cancers
New Study Confirms Increased Incidence of Adenocarcinoma of the Esophagus
New Study Confirms Increased Incidence of Adenocarcinoma of the Esophagus in White Americans
Scalding Hot Tea May Increase the Risk of Esophageal Cancer
Scalding Hot Tea May Increase the Risk of Esophageal Cancer
Alcohol-induced Flushing Linked with Esophageal Cancer
Alcohol-induced Flushing Linked with Esophageal Cancer.
Preoperative Chemoradiotherapy Improves Survival in Esophageal Cancer
Preoperative Chemoradiotherapy Improves Survival in Esophageal Cancer
National Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month on CancerConnect
National Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month on CancerConnect
Treatment for Stage 0 - I Esophageal Cancer
Understand treatment of stage 0 - I esophageal cancer.
Barrett's Esophagus
Information on the treatment and management of Barrett's Esophagus
Regular Screening of Barrett’s Patients Improves Early Cancer Detection
Regular Screening of Barrett’s Patients Improves Early Cancer Detection
AMG 337 MET Inhibitor Produces Impressive Responses in Esophageal Cancer
AMG 337 MET Inhibitor active in MET-amplified gastroesophageal junction, gastric, and esophageal cancers
Gastroesophageal Relux - GERD Raising Awareness About an Unknown Killer
Mindy Mordecai & John Lipham, MD, University of Southern California discuss ECAN's role in raising GERD awareness
Many Elderly Patients with Esophageal Cancer Can Tolerate Chemoradiotherapy
Esophageal cancer patients should not be denied treatment solely based on advanced age
Brachytherapy Superior to Stents for Dysphagia in Esophageal Cancer
Lancet article suggest brachytherapy may be superior to stents for esophageal cancer dysphagia
Antioxidants May Decrease Risk of Developing Cancer of the Esophagus
According to Swedish investigators high intake of anti-oxidants may reduce cancer risk
Chemotherapy before Surgery May Not Improve Survival over Surgery Alone
Treatment of stage I-II esophageal cancer with chemo and surgery produces similar outcomes to surgery alone