Development and Validation of Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma Risk Prediction Models Based on an Endoscopic Screening Program.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Assessment tools are lacking for screening of esophageal squamous cell cancer (ESCC) in China, especially for the follow-up stage. Risk prediction to optimize the screening procedure is urgently needed.

Objective

To develop and validate ESCC prediction models for identifying people at high risk for follow-up decision-making.

Design, setting, and participants

This open, prospective multicenter diagnostic study has been performed since September 1, 2006, in Shandong Province, China. This study used baseline and follow-up data until December 31, 2021. The data were analyzed between April 6 and May 31, 2022. Eligibility criteria consisted of rural residents aged 40 to 69 years who had no contraindications for endoscopy. Among 161 212 eligible participants, thos

SUBMITTER: Han J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9880791 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature