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Understanding Your Diagnosis

• Tests That Help Evaluate Esophageal Cancer
  
• Chest X-ray
  

  A chest X-ray is used to examine the chest and the lungs and other organs and structures located in the chest.

• Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
  

  Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is a diagnostic procedure used to diagnose structural or functional abnormalities of the esophagus, stomach, and/or duodenum.

• Upper Gastrointestinal Series
  

  An upper gastrointestinal series (UGI) is an x-ray examination of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.

• Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Abdomen
  

  A CT/CAT scan shows detailed images of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, organs, and blood vessels. CT/CAT scans are more detailed than standard x-rays and are used to assess the organs and tissues for for injuries, abnormalities, or disease.

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  

  Detailed information on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), including information on how the procedure is performed

• Understanding Your Stage of Esophageal Cancer
  
• How Does My Doctor Know I Have Esophageal Cancer?
  
• Can I Survive Esophageal Cancer? What Is My Prognosis?