Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology
Manuscript ID	120566
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Minireviews
Article Title	Endoscopic and surgical management of early esophageal cancer: Current evidence and evolving oncologic strategies
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Qi-Yu Peng and Xiao-Ping Huang
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Corresponding Author	Xiao-Ping Huang, MD, PhD, Department of Oncology, Chongqing University Three Gorges Hospital, No. 165 Xincheng Road, Wanzhou District, Chongqing 404000, China. huangxiaoping2020@cqu.edu.cn
Key Words	Esophageal cancer; Esophageal squamous cell carcinoma; Esophageal adenocarcinoma; Endoscopic therapy; Endoscopic mucosal resection; Endoscopic submucosal dissection
Core Tip	Early esophageal cancer represents a stage at which curative treatment can be achieved with favorable long-term outcomes. While esophagectomy remains an established oncologic standard, it is associated with substantial morbidity. Growing evidence supports endoscopic resection, including endoscopic mucosal resection and endoscopic submucosal dissection, as effective organ preserving alternatives for carefully selected patients with low risk of lymph node metastasis. Accurate staging and multidisciplinary evaluation are essential to optimize treatment selection. This minireview highlights current evidence comparing endoscopic and surgical strategies and discusses evolving technologies that are reshaping the management paradigm for early esophageal cancer.
Citation	Peng QY, Huang XP. Endoscopic and surgical management of early esophageal cancer: Current evidence and evolving oncologic strategies. World J Gastrointest Oncol 2026; In press

Received	2026-03-03 02:36
Peer-Review Started	2026-03-03 02:39
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-04-03 06:44
Return for Revision	2026-04-03 06:44
Revised	2026-04-04 14:23
Publication Fee Transferred	2026-04-21 03:27
Second Decision by Editor	2026-05-29 03:01
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-05-29 07:48
Articles in Press	2026-05-29 07:48
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