What is oesophageal cancer? (fact sheet)
This fact sheet explains the function of the oesophagus. It includes information on the symptoms of oesophageal cancer, its causes and risk factors, diagnosis and treatment. It also has quick information on living with oesophageal cancer and how to reduce risk.
- Organisation:
- Topic:
- Target audience:
- General
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- April 2025
- Last reviewed:
- September 2026
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