Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3254085 | Best Practice & Research Clinical Gastroenterology | 2015 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
Barrett's esophagus is a known precursor for esophageal adenocarcinoma. Early detection of dysplasia provides a window of opportunity for curative intervention. Several image-enhanced technologies have been developed to improve visualization of neoplasia. These however have not been found to be superior to the standard four quadrant random biopsy protocol. Patients are risk-stratified based on the degree of dysplasia found on biopsies and undergo either surveillance or treatment. Endoscopic therapy has become the mainstay of treatment for early neoplasia.
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Authors
Rajvinder Singh, Sze Pheh Yeap, Kuan Loong Cheong,