Cryotherapy

Hi RMOB 

I can't help with your question but I noticed that your post hadn't had any replies yet. Responding to you will 'bump' it back to the top of the discussion list again.

Sorry RMOB,

This is a new one on me also, please let us know if you find out more

Lowe'

Hi RMOB 

I can't answer your exact question, but I have had cryotherapy to try and burn the cancer by freezing it, but it did not work for me so am having emr treatment now for esophageal cancer. I wish you well RMOB and I hope you get some relief. Cancer sucks!!!!

Thank you so much for your response. May I ask where you had the treatment? I can see it' has been used in the US for exactly as you describe. I am sorry it did not work for you. I wondered if there was a clinical trial for it here. My mother's esophagus is closing up - even thin soups and smoothies are becoming a struggle but she is not close to death - still very functional so something has to be done. A stent has not been an option because of the tumors high position. We have been referred back to the oncologist and I plan to ask her about cryotherapy. Good luck with your treatment!! 

Hi RMOB

I had the treatment at the Glasgow Royal Infirmary. This you have probably thought about already but just in case, I know they can go in via an endoscopy to stretch the Oesophagus, there maybe reasons why this has not been done, but I just thought I would mention it, just in case. Good luck and I send my very best wishes to you and your mum. Take care.xx

Thanks so much Scrppydo. I am hoping that they may suggest a stretch. Good luck to you too! 

Hello RMOB

I hope they manage to do a stretch and you mum feels more comfortable when eating etc. The very best of luck.