Accurate neoplasia detection in patients with Barrett esophagus (BE) involves high-quality endoscopy, adequate biopsy ...

Barrett’s esophagus is a precursor to esophageal cancer, with early detection improving survival rates significantly. Definitions of Barrett’s esophagus vary, impacting esophageal cancer detection ...

Despite updated guidelines, substantial variation remains in how expert gastroenterologists manage Barrett esophagus, ...

Heartburn is usually not a serious condition. However, when left uncontrolled, chronic heartburn can contribute to serious ...

Barrett's esophagus is a condition in which the flat, squamous cells lining the esophagus (food pipe) are replaced by columnar shaped cells resembling those present in the lining of the intestines.

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid travels back up from the stomach into the esophagus ...

An esophageal spasm is the sudden, abnormal squeezing of the food pipe (esophagus) -- the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. Doctors are not sure what causes esophageal spasms, ...