Esophageal Cancer | Tumor

CURE’s esophageal cancer page is a go-to resource for oncology news and updates in the world of esophageal cancer Here, readers will find cancer articles, videos, podcasts, and more with expert insight into the latest treatments and research in esophageal cancer.

James Van Der Beek Opens Up About Colorectal Cancer, U.S. Congressman Reveals Cancer Diagnosis and More

November 8th 2024, 4:00pm

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From James Van Der Beek spreading awareness about colorectal cancer at a younger age to Gerry Connolly’s recent esophageal cancer diagnosis, here’s what’s happening in the cancer space this week.

Chemotherapy, Chemoradiotherapy May Improve Esophageal Cancer Survival

October 7th 2024, 7:00pm

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For patients with adenocarcinoma of the esophagus and esophagogastric junction, chemoradiotherapy and chemotherapy improved survival versus surgery alone.

Reflecting on My Two Cancer Triumphs on Father’s Day

June 14th 2024, 1:00pm

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I feel most thankful on Father's Day, especially after being told I'd never be able to have children.

Perioperative Chemo Shows Longer Survival in Esophageal Cancer

June 2nd 2024, 12:08pm

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Perioperative chemotherapy with chemotherapy led to improved survival outcomes versus neoadjuvant chemoradiation in resectable esophageal cancer.

Aspirin Linked to Lower Metastasis in Esophageal, Colorectal Cancers

April 25th 2024, 3:00pm

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Research has shown aspirin use to be associated with lower rates of metastasis for some patients.

The Role of Nutrition in Cancer Outcomes

April 12th 2024, 5:00pm

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I've found that nutrition and healthy foods play an important role during cancer.

Different Esophageal Cancer Surgery Types Have Similar Outcomes

April 10th 2024, 7:00pm

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There is no difference in recovery, complication or cost between the two most common surgical approaches for esophageal cancer.

To Be a Caregiver for My Husband

April 5th 2024, 1:00pm

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When I was my husband's caregiver, I tried to make things comfortable, but I'm not sure if the drugs and bedpans could ever make it right.

Patients With Esophageal Cancer Have ‘More Options’ With Tevimbra

March 27th 2024, 7:00pm

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The GI cancer space has “made huge strides” in recent years, which opened more options for patients with a type of esophageal cancer, an expert said.

FDA Approves Tevimbra for Unresectable, Metastatic Esophageal Cancer

March 14th 2024, 10:42pm

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The Food and Drug Administration approved Tevimbra for pretreated metastatic or unresectable esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.