RIDDELL R.

Risk factors for esophageal cancer include genetic factors (such as tylosis) and infectious agents. A variety of organisms have been implicated in esophageal carcinogenesis, either directly or indirectly. In this review, we explore the normal esophageal flora and how it may be controlled, and also the variety of organisms that may affect...

Studies investigating the histopathologic response of gastric carcinoma to neoadjuvant treatment have used a variety of different tumor regression grading systems. The aim of this Delphi survey was to review the available systems and reach consensus on a potential international standard. An international e-mail–based Delphi survey involving 6...

Complete histopathologic tumor regression after neoadjuvant treatment is a well-known prognostic factor for survival among patients with adenocarcinomas of the esophagus and gastroesophageal junction. The aim of this international Delphi survey was to reach a consensus regarding the most useful tumor regression grading (TRG) system that could...