Current management of Barrett's oesophagus

Barrett's oesophagus is one of the most common pre-malignant conditions in the world and its incidence is increasing. The management of this disease is currently the subject of research and debate, with medical, endoscopic and operative intervention all having a therapeutic role.

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Published inBritish journal of hospital medicine (London, England : 2005) Vol. 73; no. 5; p. 271
Main Authors Williamson, J M L, Almond, L M, Shepherd, N A, Barr, H
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England 01.05.2012
Subjects
Barrett Esophagus - complications
Barrett Esophagus - surgery
Barrett Esophagus - therapy
Catheter Ablation
Comorbidity
Esophageal Neoplasms - etiology
Esophagectomy
Esophagoscopy
Gastroesophageal Reflux - complications
Gastrointestinal Agents - therapeutic use
Humans
Incidence
Life Style
Precancerous Conditions - complications
Precancerous Conditions - surgery
Precancerous Conditions - therapy
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Summary:Barrett's oesophagus is one of the most common pre-malignant conditions in the world and its incidence is increasing. The management of this disease is currently the subject of research and debate, with medical, endoscopic and operative intervention all having a therapeutic role.
ISSN:1750-8460
DOI:10.12968/hmed.2012.73.5.271