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Annals of Oncology

Oesophageal cancer is the seventh most common cancer worldwide, with 604 000 new cases diagnosed in 2020. It is the sixth most common cause of cancer-related mortality, with an estimated 544 000 deaths in 2020.1 Approximately 70% of oesophageal cancer diagnoses occur in men; there is a twofold to threefold difference in incidence and mortality rates between the sexes. Rates of oesophageal cancer are higher in developing versus developed countries for men, but are comparable for women.2 Eastern Asia exhibits the highest regional incidence, followed by Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, Northern Europe and South Central Asia.

Oesophageal cancer: ESMO Clinical Practice Guideline for diagnosis, treatment and follow-up