New Techniques to Screen for Barrett Esophagus

Abstract: Barrett esophagus (BE) is the only known precursor to esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC), a cancer that continues to have a poor 5-year survival rate of 20%. […]

Update on Barrett Esophagus Diagnosis and Management

G&H What has recent research revealed about the rise in esophageal adenocarcinoma despite screening and surveillance for Barrett esophagus? AC Esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) has been increasing […]

Endoscopic Ultrasound Staging of Esophageal Cancer

Abstract: Esophageal cancer has increased in incidence over the last several decades and is now the sixth leading cause of all cancer deaths, with more […]

Hybrid Argon Plasma Coagulation in Patients With Barrett Esophagus

G&H What are the most common risk factors for Barrett esophagus? OP The most common risk factors for Barrett esophagus are chronic heartburn and gastroesophageal […]

Acetic Acid Chromoendoscopy in the Setting of Neoplastic Barrett Esophagus

G&H What are the established surveillance protocols for Barrett esophagus? PB The surveillance protocols for Barrett esophagus vary between countries. In general, the American Gastroenterological […]

Current Management of Low-Grade Dysplasia in Barrett Esophagus

Abstract: Low-grade dysplasia in Barrett esophagus remains an ongoing challenge in clinical management. Recent studies suggest an increased risk in progression of low-grade dysplasia to […]

Volumetric Laser Endomicroscopy in Patients With Barrett Esophagus

Gastroenterology & Hepatology November 2016, Volume 12, Issue 11 Herbert C. Wolfsen, MD Professor of Medicine Consultant in Gastroenterology Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Mayo Clinic […]

The Role of Brush Biopsy in the Management of Barrett Esophagus

Gastroenterology & Hepatology November 2016, Volume 12, Issue 11 Michael S. Smith, MD, MBA Associate Professor of Medicine Gastroenterology Section Lewis Katz School of Medicine at […]

Radiofrequency Ablation for Dysplastic and Nondysplastic Barrett Esophagus

G&H Which ablative therapies are currently being used to treat Barrett esophagus? GT Several modalities are currently being used to treat Barrett esophagus. The leading modality […]

Cryotherapy for the Eradication of Barrett Esophagus or Early Cancer

G&H What endoscopic ablative therapies are currently available for the treatment of Barrett esophagus with dysplasia or early cancer? NJS Several endoscopic ablative therapies are currently […]