Lymphatic metastases to the esophagus

Gastrointest Radiol. 1984;9(1):1-4. doi: 10.1007/BF01887790.

Abstract

The authors present 4 cases of esophageal involvement by lymphatic spread of tumors originating in the stomach, distal esophagus, and thyroid. Double-contrast radiographs of the esophagus showed discontinuous submucosal extension and multiple polypoid masses.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Esophageal Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Esophageal Neoplasms / secondary*
  • Esophagus / diagnostic imaging*
  • Humans
  • Lymphatic Metastasis
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasm Invasiveness
  • Radiography