Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Barrett's esophagus occurs when the lining of the esophagus becomes inflamed.It often develops from GERD, causing symptoms like nausea, regurgitation, and ...

SAN DIEGO—Gastroenterologists have debated the best course of action for patients with Barrett’s esophagus for decades. Which is better for detecting early malignancy and preventing progression to ...

Long-term GERD, defined as five or more years, is the strongest risk factor for Barrett’s esophagus, a precursor to esophageal cancer. Additional risk factors include male gender, age over 50, obesity ...

Bethesda, MD (May 17, 2024) — The American Gastroenterological Association’s (AGA) new evidence-based Clinical Practice Guideline on Endoscopic Eradication Therapy of Barrett's Esophagus and Related ...

Twenty-three percent of gastroenterologists failed to name the only criterion endorsed by the American College of Gastroenterology practice guideline in diagnosing and managing Barrett’s esophagus, ...

New research is exploring low-cost, non-invasive ways to diagnose Barrett's esophagus, a condition associated with deadly esophageal cancer, to find effective strategies to identify patients with this ...

Practical strategies to screen for cancer remain a high priority for public health. For all types of cancer, early diagnosis gives patients the best chance of positive outcomes. Early diagnosis ...

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News (Pittsburgh, PA) According to a release today in Pittsburgh from Allegheny Health ...

Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus, the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach, and can be caused by various factors including acid reflux, infections, and immune reactions.