Types/esophageal

Esophageal Cancer—Patient Version

OVERVIEW

he most common types of esophageal cancer are adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. These two forms of esophageal cancer tend to develop in different parts of the esophagus and are driven by different genetic changes. Explore the links on this page to learn more about esophageal cancer prevention, screening, treatment, statistics, research, and clinical trials.

TREATMENT

PDQ Treatment Information for Patients

• Esophageal Cancer Treatment

• Childhood Esophageal Cancer Treatment

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Photodynamic Therapy for Cancer

Drugs Approved for Esophageal Cancer

Clinical Trials to Treat Esophageal Cancer