Several common diagnostic methods for esophageal cancer

Before treating esophageal cancer, it is necessary to diagnose esophageal cancer first, so as to make a specific analysis of the severity of the patient's condition, the size of the tumor, etc., which is very helpful for the correct treatment of esophageal cancer. What are the common diagnostic methods for esophageal cancer ? The following will tell you about the common diagnostic methods for esophageal cancer.

In general, the common diagnostic methods for esophageal cancer are:

1. Endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus

In clinical practice, esophageal endoscopic ultrasound examination is becoming more and more commonly used. Through this diagnostic method for esophageal cancer, the degree of infiltration of the lesion in the esophageal wall can be determined more accurately; at the same time, abnormally enlarged lymph nodes outside the wall can also be measured.

2. CT scan

In clinical practice, CT scan is the most common method for diagnosing esophageal cancer. The purpose of this examination is to accurately determine the stage of esophageal tumors, thereby determining the possibility and prognosis after resection.

3. X-ray barium meal angiography

In the early stage of the disease, X-ray barium meal contrast examination is not very effective. It is also a common method for diagnosing esophageal cancer. Experienced doctors will adjust the barium sufficiently and then let the patient swallow it several times. The full-range observation and double contrast of air barium can reveal thickening, tortuosity or dotted interruption of the esophageal mucosa.

The above is an introduction to the common diagnostic methods for esophageal cancer. I believe everyone should know about it. Once diagnosed with esophageal cancer, you must go to the hospital for treatment immediately so that you can receive better treatment and control the patient's condition in time.