In carcinoma of the oesophagus, which of the following are true?
a) Oesophageal cancer is associated with coeliac disease
b) Pericardial effusion suggests unresectability
c) Five-year survival in oesophageal cancer patients without nodal disease is 48%
d) Barrett’s oesophagus is associated with squamous metaplasia of the distal oesophagus
e) Endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) is more accurate than endoscopy in diagnosing recurrent oesophageal cancer
Ayushi Answered question August 16, 2024
The true statements are:
b) Pericardial effusion suggests unresectability
e) Endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) is more accurate than endoscopy in diagnosing recurrent oesophageal cancer
Ayushi Answered question August 16, 2024