Most common carcinoma of esophagus
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The most common carcinoma of the esophagus depends on the region of the world:
Worldwide overall:
Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common.
It usually affects the upper and middle thirds of the esophagus.
In Western countries (like the U.S. and Europe):
Adenocarcinoma has become more common, especially in the lower third of the esophagus.
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squamous cell carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma
The most common types of esophageal cancer are squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and adenocarcinoma (AEC). The leading causes for SCC are tobacco use (smoking and chewing) and alcohol consumption. Adenocarcinoma, on the other hand, is strongly linked to obesity, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Barrett’s esophagus.
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One of the most prevalent carcinoma!