Oesophageal cancer

Esophageal cancer: Know these early symptoms of the disease!

Esophageal cancer is a cancer that occurs in the esophagus, the food pipe that runs between the throat and the stomach.

Feb 21, 2017, 22:52 PM IST

Those overweight at age 20, 60-80% more susceptible to develop stomach cancer in later life!

Carrying excess weight can trigger long-term reflux problems and heartburn that can lead to cancer.

Feb 16, 2017, 21:29 PM IST

Researchers believe thick skin on palms, soles may be associated with oesophageal cancer

Do you have thick skin on your palms and soles? If yes, then it may be a sign that your are suffering from oesophageal cancer.

Feb 02, 2017, 23:07 PM IST

Study opens door to treatment of oesophageal cancer

In a recent study, scientistshave discovered that oesophageal cancer can be classified into threedifferent subtypes, paving the way for testing targeted treatmentstailored to patients` disease for the first time.

Sep 07, 2016, 00:51 AM IST

Rare gene mutation linked to oesophageal cancer discovered

Researchers at University Hospitals Case Medical Centre in the US, including Amitabh Chak, set out to identify novel disease susceptibility variants in familial Barrett oesophagus (FBO) in affected individuals from a large multigenerational family.

Jul 30, 2016, 13:19 PM IST