The endoscopic therapy showed similar long-term survival rates as those for the procedure that takes out and rebuilds the esophagus.
Researchers looked at 1,619 patients with early-stage adenocarcinoma from 1998 to 2009, of which 19 percent had endoscopic therapy and 81 percent had surgery. They found similar survival rates, as well as a 3 percent increase in the use of endoscopic therapy, especially in older patients.
More Articles on Gastroenterology:
‘Free’ Colonoscopy Requirement Still Confusing, Up for Interpretation
Salix Pharmaceuticals Buys Santarus for $32 Per Share
6 Vital Points on Gastroenterology Patient Engagement & Satisfaction From Dr. Gilbert Simoni
