Barrett's Esophagus

I saw a test for "Barrett's Esophagus" actually being performed live on Good Morning America. The patient was awake as a tube with a camera was actually put through his nose and down his esophagus. He did not even flinch! But he had had the procedure done several times so he was a pro.

Bartett's Esophagus normally occurs in those with Acid Reflux and it can turn into esophagael cancer. There is tons of info about it in the internet.

"Patients with Barrett's usually have symptoms similar to those produced by chronic GERD, such as heartburn and reflux of stomach acid into the mouth. Some Barrett's patients may also suffer from other complications of GERD, such as esophageal peptic ulcers and stricture -- narrowing of the esophagus that comes from scarring. These facts are why it is important for patients with these symptoms to see their physicians regularly."

"Diagnosis of Barrett's esophagus requires an examination called upper endoscopy or EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy). A barium x-ray is not accurate for detecting Barrett's esophagus. An EGD is done with the patient under sedation. The physician examines the lining of the esophagus and stomach with a thin, lighted, flexible endoscope. Biopsies are performed, taking pieces of tissue to be examined under a microscope for abnormal cells which have the potential of becoming malignant. The changes may be indefinite dysplasia where the pathologist may be uncertain of the changes. In this circumstance, medical treatment is intensified and repeat biopsies are performed in 6-12 months. When dysplasia is definite, some type of definite correction is necessary."

http://www.barrx.com/Patients_and_Families/Index.cfm/0?gclid=CO-Bm5_NyJkCFR0SagodYV2eug

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