| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10103448 | Journal of the American College of Surgeons | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Staging systems for esophageal cancer based on the number or ratio of metastatic lymph nodes showed better prognostic significance than those based on the anatomic distribution of metastatic lymph nodes, because of their good stratification and clinical utility. Such classifications are suitable for use throughout the world.
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Authors
Chikara MD, PhD, Hirotoshi MD, PhD, Masato MD, Goro MD, Yuichi MD, Hidetaka Andrew MD, PhD, Hiroshi (FACS),