Battered city's youngest victims Nov 21, 2009
She was blind, she couldn't eat, she had no oesophagus and never walked or spoke. She was my last child. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Iversens Ipoh Nov 10, 2009
Per left the country in 1972 while Iversen died of cancer of the oesophagus in 1976 at the age of 70 in Copenhagen. He was a wonderful man who loved us very much. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Your body can be its own doctor! Nov 7, 2009
Beat heartburn Heartburn is most likely to occur at night because when you lie horizontal for several hours at a stretch, your stomach acids collect around the oesophagus. But there's a way around this just use a thicker pillow. (India Times, India)
Tears turn to smiles as Ibrahim wins bail Nov 4, 2009
His stomach and part of his oesophagus had to be removed and he suffered nerve damage and anxiety. Mr Johnson said his medical care had improved after he was moved from Goulburn to Long Bay Jail hospital last month. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Tearful Fadi gets $1m bail Nov 3, 2009
He suffered life-threatening injuries and had his entire stomach and part of his oesophagus removed during surgery. He was taken into custody on September 25 and had been receiving limited medical treatment for his extensive injuries, the court had heard. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Crown 'doesn't oppose bail' for Ibrahim Oct 30, 2009
As a result, his stomach and part of his oesophagus were removed and he suffered nerve damage and several broken bones. At the start of his bail hearing last week, Ibrahim gave evidence about not receiving the necessary specialist care or food in Goulburn prison. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Kids who can't even be hugged Oct 25, 2009
It affects not only his skin but his mucous membranes, meaning he has blistering of the oesophagus and mouth. Eating is painful so Joshua is fed via a tube. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Feeding 'speeds surgery recovery' Oct 3, 2009
" The research will be presented to the National Cancer Research Institute Conference (NCRI). Professor Sir Kenneth Calman, chair of the NCRI, said: "This result shows that a small change in follow up care after operations for oesophagus, stomach and pancreas cancer could benefit patients and have huge cost saving implications for the NHS.. "We look forward to seeing the results of further clinical trials to see if the same technique of food after surgery can be applied to patients who have had... (BBC News -- UK)
India sitting on a cancer bomb Oct 3, 2009
Cancers in almost all sites will see an increase, except that of the oesophagus which will actually see a dip from 23,573 fresh cases in 2008 to 20,642 cases in 2020. The report on cancer trends, that tracks the deadly disease over 24 years and is yet to be made public, says that incidence of mouth cancer will see the highest increase by almost 66%, from 28,066 fresh cases per year to 46,785 in 2020. (India Times, India)
Burnt ambitions Sep 25, 2009
Page last updated at 11:27 GMT, Thursday, 24 September 2009 12:27 UK. Is there any point to 'frivolous' academic research. (BBC News -- UK)
Pet owners dogged by fees Sep 19, 2009
A West Highland terrier that got a pig knuckle stuck in its oesophagus cost $900 in X-rays, surgery and medication. The increasing tendency for dog owners to humanise their pets, to the point where they let them sleep in their beds, feed them human food and carry them in baby slings, means vets face higher expectations. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Major Clinical Study Rejects Cancer Safety Fears Of Most Common Heartburn Treatment Sep 12, 2009
However if left untreated a condition called Barrett's Oesophagus (BE) occurs in around 10 per cent of sufferers, which can in turn develop into a potentially fatal cancer called oesophageal adenocarcinoma ... Tests carried out during the two-year study looked at tissue sampled from the oesophagus lining of ninety volunteers, each of whom were given PPI drugs at either a high or low dosage ... BE is marked by changes in the cells of the oesophagus lining (squamous epithelium) that makes them... (Science Daily)
Is red wine actually good for you? Sep 2, 2009
More recently the World Cancer Research Fund linked alcohol with cancers of the mouth, throat, oesophagus, liver, bowel and breast. Alcohol is thought to cause 3 to 12 per cent of breast cancers, says the Cancer Council NSW - a risk that puts drinking on a par with having a family history of the disease. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Medical World Recognises New Therapy for Reflux Babies Aug 25, 2009
In addition, it was objectively established that the reflux index (% of time when there is acid in the oesophagus, measured with pH metry) almost halved within a week. Taking account of the period of despair to desperation among parents and their baby, whether or not combined with various examinations (oesophagoscopy , pH metry, etc. (PR Newswire)
Colon Capsule Endoscopy Diagnoses 64% Of Total Polyps Detected By Conventional Colonoscopy Aug 11, 2009
Moreover, it incorporates a battery which has greater life than other capsules previously on the market and used for exploring other parts of the digestive tract, such as the oesophagus or the small intestine. The dimensions of the capsule of the colon are 31 mm x 11 mm. The device began to be sold in 2008. (Science Daily)
Snuffing out smoking? Jul 29, 2009
Some meta-analyses suggest a possible effect for oesophagus, pancreas, larynx and kidney cancer, but other cancers show no effect of smokeless tobacco. Any possible effects are not evident in Scandinavia. (BioMed Central)
Walking while asleep Jul 22, 2009
Sleepwalking is associated with medical conditions like fever, nocturnal asthma or fits, abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias), regurgitation of food from the stomach into the oesophagus (reflux), psychiatric conditions (panic attacks and post-traumatic stress) and when there is temporary stoppage of breathing during sleep (obstructive sleep apnoea). Somnambulism episodes vary and can range from walking quietly around a room to disturbed running. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Noted Marathi actor Nilu Phule dead Jul 13, 2009
The actor breathed his last in the hospital where he had been admitted on July 5 for treatment of cancer of the oesophagus. He is survived by his wife and a daughter. (India Times, India)
Obesity 'hikes' pancreatic risk Jun 27, 2009
"There is also convincing evidence that being overweight increases risk of post-menopausal breast cancer, bowel cancer and cancers of the kidney, oesophagus and endometrium. "In fact, scientists now say that, after not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight is the most important thing you can do for cancer prevention. " Pancreatic cancer develops from the cells within the pancreas, a gland located high up in the abdomen just behind the stomach. If pancreatic cancer is not treated, cancer cells... (BBC News -- Health)
Men warned of greater cancer risk Jun 16, 2009
TOP MALE CANCER KILLERS 2007 Lung: 24% of all cancer deaths Prostate: 13% Colorectal: 10% Oesophagus: 6% Pancreas: 5. The researchers had expected to see that men and women are just as likely as each other to develop and die from the disease. (BBC News -- Health)
Smokers head for sidewalks to puff, vent Jun 4, 2009
It can cause cancer of the lungs, larynx, oesophagus, mouth, and bladder, and contributes to cancer of the cervix, pancreas, and kidneys. More than 4,000 toxic or carcinogenic chemicals have been found in tobacco smoke. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Kick the habit May 31, 2009
According to , nicotine and tobacco are some of the most potent carcinogens and responsible for the majority of all cancers of the lung, larynx, trachea, oesophagus and bronchus. Smoking tobacco is also known to produce cancer in the pancreas, kidney, bladder, and the cervix. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Weight 'fuels preventable cancer' May 11, 2009
Cancers of the breast, bowel, kidney, pancreas, oesophagus and womb lining are among those linked to obesity. Professor Wiseman is an adviser for the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF). (BBC News -- UK)
Without mother Apr 28, 2009
Her son Robert Riley, aged seven, from London, was born with oesophageal atresia - where the oesophagus does not join the stomach. Over the years he has had two major operations to put the tube into his stomach and several other hospital stays, of a week at a time to stretch the tube. (BBC News -- Health)
Ranbaxy's Singhs ready to build empire Apr 17, 2009
Malvinder inherited the three-acre undulating farmhouse from his late father Parvinder Mohan Singh, who was credited with transforming Ranbaxy into a global pharma powerhouse, before passing away in 1999 owing to cancer in the oesophagus. Like the number etched outside his current home, Malvinder was 26 then a junior manager at Ranbaxy and Parvinder Singh had just passed on the reins of managing the company to his trusted lieutenant Davinder S. Brar. (India Times)
Alcohol flush 'shows cancer risk' Apr 14, 2009
Dr Brooks said: "Cancer of the oesophagus is particularly deadly, with five-year survival rates ranging from 12% to 31% throughout the world. "And we estimate that at least 540 million people have this alcohol-related increased risk for oesophageal cancer. "We hope that, by raising awareness of this important public health problem, affected individuals who drink will reduce their cancer risk by limiting their alcohol consumption.". (BBC News -- UK)
Pizza once more Apr 13, 2009
The operation involves wrapping a piece of the stomach around the oesophagus to create a new valve to prevent acid backing up from the stomach ... " Research data NHS research by the University of Aberdeen recently found good results following surgery. A year after keyhole surgery, only 14% of patients were still taking medication, compared with 90% of those treated with drugs alone. HEARTBURN A painful and burning sensation in the oesophagus, just below the breastbone usually associated with... (BBC News -- UK)
Goa: Fan crashes on patient's bed Apr 4, 2009
"Chandekar has a problem with her oesophagus and the tube enabled her to eat. Due to this she has difficulty in talking," another staff member said. A family member, who had just left Chandekar's bedside, too had a providential escape. (India Times, India)
Scientists net new culprits for cancer Mar 30, 2009
British-based researchers said a gene called UTX, found in the X gender chromosome, played the role of ringmaster in 10% of cases of multiple myeloma and one in 12 cancers of the oesophagus. UTX controls an enzyme that contributes to the structure of DNA in our cells. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Drinking very hot tea can increase risk of throat cancer: study Mar 28, 2009
Oesophagus cancers kill more than 500,000 people worldwide each year and oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the commonest type. Previous studies have linked alcohol and tobacco with oesophagus cancers which is more common in men than in women, and now drinking hot beverages may also cause such cancers, according to the research. (Xinhuanet, China)
Steaming hot tea linked to cancer Mar 27, 2009
The oesophagus is the muscular tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach. Oesophagus cancers kill more than 500,000 people worldwide each year and oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the commonest type ... A regular habit of eating and drinking very hot foods and drinks could increase your risk of developing cancer of the oesophagus. (BBC News -- Health)
Lingering pain Mar 27, 2009
She reels off a list of conditions that she sees resulting from the gas, including incidences that are far higher than the national average of lung diseases such as fibrosis and tuberculosis; cancers, especially of the bladder, cervix, lungs and oesophagus; eye disorders, such as early-onset cataracts and blurred vision; infertility and menstrual problems; kidney (renal) failure; joint problems; mental health issues and damage to the immune system. Women who were pregnant at the time of the... (BBC News -- Health)
Careful Of That Hot Cuppa Mar 27, 2009
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Hot tea can cause throat cancer Mar 27, 2009
Cancer of the oesophagus is linked especially to smoking and alcohol abuse but hot beverages have also been considered a risk factor, possibly because of damage to throat tissue. Interested in finding out more, Iranian researchers went to Golestan province, which has one of the highest rates of oesophageal cancer in the world. (India Times, India)
Clean living way to beat cancer Feb 27, 2009
Page last updated at 10:13 GMT, Thursday, 26 February 2009. A healthy diet can help. (BBC News -- Health)
Alcohol ups cancer risk in women Feb 25, 2009
Women who also smoked had an increased risk of cancers of the oral cavity and pharynx, oesophagus, and larynx. The type of alcohol consumed - wine versus spirits or other types - did not alter the association between alcohol consumption and cancer risk. (India Times, India)
French get a sober warning to give up wine Feb 21, 2009
Alcohol facilitates cancers of the mouth, larynx, oesophagus, colon-rec-tum and breast, say the guidelines. The wine producers are crying foul, accusing the health lobby of trying to kill one of the glories of the nation. (Times Online)
Jayant Patel operated on patient who was 'too frail' Feb 21, 2009
JAYANT Patel should not have performed a complex oesophagus operation on a frail patient with a history of post-operative complications, a court has heard. Dr Peter Miach, director of medicine at Bundaberg Base Hospital, told Brisbane Magistrates Court yesterday he would have advised against operating on James Phillips had he been asked. (The Australian)
Patel left patient to bleed to death Feb 16, 2009
Enrolled nurse Jenelle Law this morning told Brisbane Magistrates Court she noted the number of sponges used during an operation on Gerry Kemps, 77, who died after having oesophagus surgery in 2004. Ms Law told the court she thought it was a large number of sponges to use for such a procedure. (Gold Coast News)
Patel operations worried medic Feb 14, 2009
The former director of anaesthetics at the Bundaberg Base Hospital, Dr Martin Carter, yesterday told the Brisbane Magistrates Court he became particularly worried about oesophagus surgeries being performed by Dr Patel between 2003 and 2005 ... The court has been told Mr Phillips had kidney problems and was on dialysis when Dr Patel chose to rem-ove the part of his oesophagus that was cancerous ... Dr Carter yesterday told the court he felt the surgery could be offered to Mr Phillips because it... (Gold Coast News)
Patel unable to help haemorrhaging patient: court Feb 13, 2009
He also went to the hospital's most senior administrator, the then director of medical services Dr Darren Keating, in a bid to put a stop to oesophagectomies - a removal of part or all of the oesophagus - at Bundaberg. Dr Carter had discovered two of four patients, or 50 per cent, operated on by Patel had died. (Brisbane Times)
Patel let patient bleed to death, Court told Feb 10, 2009
Mr Martin told the court Kemps was in poor health when Dr Patel performed an operation on his oesophagus in December 2004. The procedure, he said, was the wrong treatment and "inappropriate" given the patient's ill health. (The Australian)
Doctor Jayant Patel's surgery cost patients' lives, court told Feb 8, 2009
In one case, Dr Patel failed to stop internal bleeding during an operation on the oesophagus of Gerry Kemps in December 2004, leaving Mr Kemps to conduct non-emergency surgery on another patient. Mr Martin said when Dr Patel returned five hours later to stop the internal bleeding, he did not seek specialist help and eventually completed surgery without stemming the bleeding. (The Australian)
