Sharma P., Sampliner R., Ilson D. (Eds.) Esophageal Cancer and Barrett’s Esophagus

3 edition. — Wiley-Blackwell, 2015. — 304 p. — ISBN: 1118655206, 9781118655207.Esophageal Cancer and Barrett's Esophagus, 3E, focuses on these two common and key conditions that affect the esophagus, providing expert guidance to their pathogenesis, cause, prevention, diagnosis and clinical management.Top international names in the field examine each of the many issues involved, using the very latest evidence-based research, and clear, didactic advice allows the reader to understand the best methods of diagnosis and clinical management of each condition - whether early or late stage.Well-illustrated and fully revised to include the latest in ACG/ASG/UEGW guidelines, it is the perfect consultation tool for gastroenterologists and oncologists managing patients with cancer of the esophagus. It is also ideal for teaching residents and fellows optimum patient management, and for identifying areas requiring future research.Epidemiology of esophageal carcinoma
Barrett's esophagus: definition and diagnosis
Epidemiology and prevalence of Barrett's esophagus
Esophageal adenocarcinoma: risk factors
Esophageal motility abnormalities in Barrett's esophagus
Molecular biology of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma
Histology of Barrett's esophagus: metaplasia and dysplasia
Helicobacter pylori and esophageal neoplasia
Screening and surveillance
New surface imaging technologies for dysplasia and cancer detection
New cellular imaging technologies for dysplasia and cancer detection
The role of endoscopic ultrasound in esophageal cancer
Staging of esophageal adenocarcinoma by CT, PET, and other modalities
Medical management of Barrett's esophagus
Thermal therapies and photodynamic therapy for early esophageal neoplasia
RFA for early esophageal neoplasia
The role of endoscopic cryotherapy for treatment and palliation
Endoscopic resection
Endoscopic submucosal dissection
Surgical therapy of early esophageal cancer
Chemoprevention: can we prevent esophageal cancer?
Selection of patients for cancer prevention and eradication
Combined modality therapy in locally advanced esophageal cancer
Surgery in locally advanced esophageal cancer
Radiation therapy for locally advanced esophageal cancer
Systemic therapy and targeted agents in advanced esophageal cancer
Role of endoscopy and nutritional support in advanced esophageal cancer