Systematic review with meta‐analysis: risk factors for Barrett's oesophagus in individuals with gastro‐oesophageal reflux symptoms

• Published in: Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics Vol. 53; no. 9; pp. 968 - 976
• Main Authors: Eusebi, Leonardo H., Telese, Andrea, Cirota, Giovanna G., Haidry, Rehan, Zagari, Rocco M., Bazzoli, Franco, Ford, Alexander C.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England Wiley Subscription Services, Inc 01.05.2021
• Subjects: Aspirin; Barrett Esophagus - epidemiology; Barrett Esophagus - etiology; Barrett's esophagus; Cross-Sectional Studies; Esophagitis, Peptic; Gastroesophageal reflux; Gastroesophageal Reflux - complications; Gastroesophageal Reflux - epidemiology; Hernia; Hiatal hernias; Humans; Inflammation; Meta-analysis; Risk Factors; Systematic review
• ISSN: 0269-2813; 1365-2036; 1365-2036
• DOI: 10.1111/apt.16321

Summary Background Gastro‐oesophageal reflux is considered the main risk factor for Barrett's oesophagus. The role of other potential risk factors for the development of Barrett's oesophagus in patients with gastro‐oesophageal reflux symptoms is controversial. Aims To perform a systematic...