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Obese Esophageal Cancer Patients May Be at Risk of Recurrence and Death

In a report from Health Finder, obese esophageal cancer patients may be at risk of recurrence and death. When cancer becomes disabling, you could qualify to receive Social Security disability benefits.

In comparison to patients at a normal weight, it was found in a new study that those who are obese and undergo surgery to treat esophageal cancer had twice the chance of the cancer coming back or dying from it. These findings could lead to changes in the way doctors treat patients who are overweight with esophageal cancer.

The study found that those who were at a normal weight had a 36% survival rate over a 5-year period; however, for those patients who were obese, their rate of survival was only 18%.

Patients are considered to be obese when their body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher. Obesity isn’t only a consideration in the recurrence and death rate but it’s also found to be a risk factor for developing this particular type of cancer.

Doctors may wish to look at not only treating the cancer but helping the patient to address their weight issues. Esophageal cancer is a serious form of cancer that could lead to disability.

If you have questions concerning your eligibility for disability benefits or how to appeal a claim that has been denied, you may need to seek help from a South Florida Social Security disability lawyer.

Filing for Social Security disability benefits is complicated and time-consuming, but at LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A., our team of disability attorneys is ready for the challenge. We like to empower our clients by providing a FREE Social Security disability guide so you can learn more about the process of filing for disability benefits.

When you’re ready to get started, contact The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. to begin your claim. Our state-of-the-art, customized intake and database system means less hassle, so you can focus on what’s most important to you instead of having to spend your days wading through confusing legalese and legal red tape. Call today - 1-888-234-5758.