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Non Cancerous Tumours In Food Pipe And What The Treatment ?

Can you get non cancerous tumours in food pipe and what the treatment ?
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Yes, but these are rare. They should be confirmed by investigations such as barium swallow study, imaging, esophagoscopy, brush biopsy, and newer techniques such as endoscopic ultrasound. Urgent treatment is necessary only if there are symptoms.
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Non Cancerous Tumours In Food Pipe And What The Treatment ?

Yes, but these are rare. They should be confirmed by investigations such as barium swallow study, imaging, esophagoscopy, brush biopsy, and newer techniques such as endoscopic ultrasound. Urgent treatment is necessary only if there are symptoms.