Multiple Management Modalities in Esophageal Cancer: Epidemiology, Presentation and Progression, Work Up, and Surgical Approaches

Multiple Management Modalities in Esophageal Cancer: Epidemiology, Presentation and Progression, Work Up, and Surgical Approaches Mary Koshy, Natia Esiashvilli, Jerome C. Landry, Charles R. Thomas Jr., Richard H. Matthews Oncologist 2004; 9: 137-146 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in gastrointestinal cancer and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Describe the epidemiology, workup, and staging of esophageal cancer. Identify the disease presentation, progression, and prognostic factors for esophageal cancer. Discuss the surgical approach and management of esophageal cancer. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: Mar. 26, 2004 Most Recent Review: Mar. 26, 2004* Most Recent Update: Mar. 26, 2004 Date Credit Expires: Apr. 10, 2007 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.