The Brain and Spine Institute is made up of experts in the field of neuroscience in order to bring patients the best healthcare in East Tennessee for a full range of neurological diseases and disorders.
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We provide a comprehensive continuum of cancer services, including prevention, outreach, diagnostic, treatment and support services delivered by our highly skilled staff with compassion and care.
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The Center for Women & Children's Health is a hub for supporting women's and children's individual healthcare needs. The center provides support, research and unmatched patient-centered care.
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Emergency and Trauma Services is the only Level I Trauma Center in the area and serves as the tertiary referral center for medical care in East Tennessee, serving Knox County and 21 surrounding counties.
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The Heart Lung Vascular Institute brings together expertise in clinical care, teaching and research. Patients receive exceptional healthcare combined with patient-centered care.
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal cancer or cancer of the esophagus is found in the tissue that lines the esophagus. Knowing the risk factors will help you with esophageal cancer prevention.
Alcohol and Tobacco—Use of alcohol and tobacco greatly increases your chances of developing esophageal cancer.
Diet—You can decrease your chances of developing this cancer with a diet containing plenty of green and yellow fruits and vegetables as well as vegetables such as cauliflower and broccoli.
Aspirin—Use of aspirin and other nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drugs may reduce the likelihood of developing esophageal cancer.
Gastric atrophy—Gastric atrophy, caused by helicobacter pylori bacteria, can increase your chance of developing this type of cancer.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease—It starts with gastroesophageal reflux disease, which leads to Barrett’s Esophagus, a disorder in which stomach acid reaches the lining of the esophagus, causing cellular changes or the replacement by abnormal cells. Currently, it is unknown if the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease will reduce your risk of this cancer.
For more details, you can visit the National Cancer Institute’s page on esophageal cancer.
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