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Book 4 - Self Instructional Manual for Cancer Registrars - SEER ...

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Answer:Q30The esophagus extends from the pharynx to the stomach and can be divided into fouranatomic segments:1. Cervical2. Upper thoracic portion3. Mid-thoracic4. Lower thoracic portion, including abdominalAnswer:Q31The esophagus passes through the diaphragm (or hiatus in the diaphragm) in its descentfrom the thoracic cavity to the abdominal cavity.Answer:Q32The three main tissue layers of the wall of the esophagus are:1. Mucosa2. Submucosa3. Musculature (muscularis propria)Remember there is no serosa on the esophagus, only an adventitia of loose connectivetissue.208

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