April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Importance of Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Recent Advances in Esophageal Cancer
Minimally invasive surgery
Techniques like laparoscopic and robotic esophagectomy are becoming increasingly refined, offering patients faster recovery times and improved quality of life. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38492067/
Advantages:
An audio interview of Dr Harsh Shah with Akashwani on the topic of Robotic Surgery.
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An audio interview of Dr Harsh Shah with Akashwani on the topic of Robotic Surgery.
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Immunotherapy
The promise of immunotherapy for esophageal cancer is being actively explored. Checkpoint inhibitors are showing potential to improve outcomes in patients with advanced disease.
In selected patients post post-operative Nivolumab (Immunotherapy) increases survival.
Targeted therapies
The identification of specific genetic mutations associated with esophageal cancer is covering the way for the development of targeted therapies. These therapies attack cancer cells with greater precision and potentially fewer side effects.
Educational Videos
Causes of Esophageal Cancer
Screening for Esophageal Cancer
Diagnosis of Esophageal Cancer
Treatment of Esophageal Cancer
Dr. Harsh Shah
Dr Harsh Shah is a specialized esophageal cancer surgeon in Ahmedabad.
He is practising at Apollo Hospital, Ahmedabad.
Dr. Harsh Shah
Dr Harsh Shah is a specialized esophageal cancer surgeon in Ahmedabad. He is practising at Apollo Hospital, Ahmedabad.