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An educational program developed by the Institute of Image-Guided Surgery of Strasbourg, University of Strasbourg and in partnership with IRCAD.

1.
Gerd - Hiatal Hernia
2.
Esophageal Motility Disorders
3.
Neoplasms
4.
Bariatric
5.
Resection
1.
Gerd - Hiatal Hernia
2.
Esophageal Motility Disorders
3.
Neoplasms
4.
Bariatric
5.
Resection

TNM classification of esophageal and gastric cancers


Introduction


The lesson includes:

Introduction

Video

Quiz

PDF

Speakers

B. Dallemagne

Bernard Dallemagne

Lesson description:

TNM cancer staging has provided a common language that permits description of the anatomic extent of a cancer. TNM staging aids treatment planning, prognostication, treatment evaluation, communication and exchange of information.

Recent TNM classification includes anatomic and non-anatomic cancer characteristics such as histological grade and location. Japanese classification of esophageal and gastric cancer uses the same TNM classification, but provides additional anatomical description of the primary tumors and metastases and treatment guidelines based on their great experience. Their detailed description of cancers is an essential tool to optimize treatment taking into account the evolution of rigid and flexible endoscopy techniques.