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An Immunofluorescent Method for Characterization of Barrett’s Esophagus Cells
Published on: July 20, 2014
Endoscopic therapy of Barrett esophagus
1Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Washington University School of Medicine, St Louis, MO 63110-1093, USA.
Abstract:
Barrett esophagus (BE) is a well-established premalignant condition for esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC), a lethal cancer with a dismal survival rate. The current guidelines recommend surveillance of patients with BE to detect dysplasia or early cancer before the development of invasive EAC. Recently, endoscopic eradication therapies have been shown to be safe and effective in the treatment of BE-related high-grade dysplasia and early EAC. This article reviews the various treatment options for BE and discusses the current evidence and gaps in knowledge in the understanding of treatment of this condition. In addition, recommendations are provided in context to the recently published guidelines by the American Gastroenterological Association.
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