Gender, racial, and stage-specific trends in esophageal cancer: Insights from longitudinal population data

The analysis reveals clear disparities in both the incidence and mortality of esophageal cancer, with males, particularly NH Whites, experiencing significantly higher rates than females. Despite a general decline in incidence rates over time, the upward trend in mortality for certain subgroups warrants further investigation into potential contributing factors such as healthcare access, treatment efficacy, and underlying socio-economic disparities.