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Barrett's esophagus: a review

D R Sawyer1, W E Longo, K S Naunheim

  • 1Department of Surgery, St. Louis University Health Sciences Center, MO 63110-0250, USA.

Missouri Medicine
|October 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Barrett's esophagus can lead to serious complications like malignancy. Early diagnosis and staging are crucial for improving survival rates in affected patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Barrett's esophagus is a known precursor to esophageal adenocarcinoma.
  • Complications include ulceration, stricture, hemorrhage, perforation, and malignancy.
  • Gastroesophageal reflux symptoms may be absent in some cases, complicating diagnosis.