D. Neoplasms

Unit Objective:

At the end of this unit the resident understands benign and malignant esophageal neoplasms and the various forms of treatment, and performs operative and non-operative management.

Learner Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the resident:

1. Understands the types of benign esophageal neoplasms, their clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment;
   
   
2. Understands the types of malignant esophageal neoplasms, their clinical presentation, diagnosis, histologic appearance, and treatment;
   
   
3. Understands the TNM staging of esophageal cancer;
   
   
4. Understands the role of chemotherapy and radiotherapy in esophageal cancer;
   
   
5. Understands the operative approaches, methods, and complications of esophageal resection and reconstruction;
   
   
6. Understands the indications for operative and non-operative treatment of esophageal cancer;
   
   
7. Understands the principles of patient management after esophageal resection;
   
   
8. Understands the nutritional management of patients with esophageal neoplasms.