Aggressive Adenocarcinoma of the Cervical Esophagus: Importance of a Multidisciplinary Approach. (11th December 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Fashoyin, Adedayo; Hartig, Gregory; Schelman, William R.; Ritter, Mark; Agni, Rashmi; Gopal, Deepak V.; Pfau, Patrick R.; Weiss, Jennifer M.
• Other Names: Akiho H. Academic Editor.; Sugimura H. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in gastrointestinal medicine. Volume 2012(2012)
• Publication Date: 2012-12-11
• Subjects: Gastroenterology -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Digestive organs -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Gastroenterology; Gastrointestinal Diseases; Digestive organs -- Diseases; Gastroenterology; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Case studies; Periodicals; 616.33
• DOI: 10.1155/2012/826246
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6528

Abstract

Abstract : Adenocarcinoma of the cervical esophagus is a rare tumor, in comparison to adenocarcinoma of the distal esophagus which is on the rise and is often associated with Barrett's esophagus. We present a case of aggressive cervical esophageal adenocarcinoma in a 46-year-old female with no endoscopic or histopathologic evidence of Barrett's esophagus. We discuss the possible etiology of this tumor and review the treatment options, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to the management of this rare disease.