The distribution, histological variety and operability of carcinoma oesophagus

Abstract

Carcinoma of the oesophagus is the ninth most common cancer worldwide. Despite great slides in clinical oncology and improvements in the techniques of surgical resection, overall long-term survival, remains at a disappointing low level. In Sri Lanka, carcinoma oesophagus is the fourth commonest cancer. This study evaluates tumour distribution, histological variety and treatment modalities offered to a group of patients who presented to a single surgical unit.