Esophageal cancer in a young woman with bulimia nervosa: a case report
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چکیده
Adenocarcinoma of the esophagus has increased dramatically within the United States and continues to have a poor prognosis despite aggressive treatment. Identifying potential risk factors is critical for the early detection and treatment of this disease. The present case report describes a very young woman who developed adenocarcinoma of the esophagus after only a brief history of bulimia. These findings suggest that even in very young patients, bulimia may represent a risk factor for adenocarcinoma of the esophagus.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of Medical Case Reports
دوره 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007