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Esophageal Cancer: A Case Study of a Rare Metastatic Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
1University of Detroit Mercy.
Abstract:
The expected pattern of spread in metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma involves the upper torso and thorax. This article presents an unusual instance of an isolated osseous metastasis of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma to the distal bone of the left ankle and describes the contributions of advanced practice nursing assessment and clinical judgment to improve patient outcomes. This case study also highlights comprehensive cancer care by an interprofessional palliative care team.
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