Best Doctors for Esophagus Cancer Treatment in Salt Lake, Kolkata

Malignant cells arising from esophagus commonly called as the food pipe leads to esophagus cancer. There are two main forms of Esophageal cancer namely Adenocarcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma characterised by symptoms such as chest pain, trouble swallowing, loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss, hoarseness and persistent cough. Smoking, heavy alcohol consumption, GERD, barrett's syndrome, and Achalasia are some of the contributing risk factors of esophagus cancer.

Individuals with esophagus cancer are subjected to certain investigations such as endoscopy biopsy, endoscopy with ultrasonography in order to diagnose the condition. Treatment focuses on multidisciplinary approach involving medications, adequate diet, surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.