Esophageal adenocarcinoma most commonly arises in which part of the esophagus?
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Correct answer: Lower third of esophagus
Esophageal adenocarcinoma typically arises in the lower third of the esophagus. It is often associated with Barrett esophagus and chronic GERD.
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