Influence of Tumor Characteristics on the Accuracy of Endoscopic Ultrasonography in Staging Cancer of the Esophagus and Esophagogastric Junction

Abstract

The accuracy of EUS for staging esophageal cancer is lower in tumors larger than 5 cm and in esophagogastric junction tumors than in tumors 5 cm in size or less and in esophageal tumors. These findings should be considered when treatment decisions are being taken.