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Esophageal Cancer - What is it for

The esophagus is a long muscular tube, that connects the throat to the stomach, transporting food that is swallowed to the stomach for digestion. Esophageal cancer is more common in males, and usually appears in patients 60-70 years of age.

Esophageal Cancer - How to prevent?

Esophageal Cancer - Preparing for surgery

Esophageal Cancer - Post-surgery care

Updated on 2018-02-20T16:00:00Z
Article contributed by SingHealth Duke-NUS Head and Neck Centre

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