A recent study published in The American Journal of Gastroenterology examined the link between alcohol and tobacco use and increased risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
The researchers found the risk nearly doubles in individuals that smoke and drink, as opposed to individuals that only use tobacco or alcohol.
"As a result, we as physicians should focus efforts directed at controlling the burden of esophageal cancer on those who consume both of these substances," said lead author Anoop Prabhu, MD, according to the news release.
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The researchers found the risk nearly doubles in individuals that smoke and drink, as opposed to individuals that only use tobacco or alcohol.
"As a result, we as physicians should focus efforts directed at controlling the burden of esophageal cancer on those who consume both of these substances," said lead author Anoop Prabhu, MD, according to the news release.
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