There is an established link between sarcopenia and outcomes in oesophageal cancer. There is scant reports in the literature regarding the influences of different obesity in different compartments.
Oesophageal cancer rates are increasing as a result of obesity in Western society. Thr investigators are evaluating the influence of viscerala dn subcutaneous obesity on overall outcomes of the participants. In addition the investigators are evaluating if there is a correlation with Liver Function Tests and liver histopathology such as steatosis on survival in participants and post operative sequele.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
658
Patinets undergoing surgery
St. James's Hospital
Dublin, IE, Ireland
RECRUITINGOverall Survival
Time frame: 1 year
Disease free survival
Time frame: 1 year
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