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Endoscopy 2008; 40(10): 823-827
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1077568
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Reflux disease and Barrett’s esophagus

J.  A.  Abrams1 , 2 , C.  J.  Lightdale1 , 2
  • 1Division of Digestive and Liver Disease, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
  • 2Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA
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30 September 2008 (online)

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Introduction

Despite the high prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and, to a lesser degree, Barrett’s esophagus in the Western world, there are still many unknowns with regard to the epidemiology, natural history, and appropriate treatments for these conditions. There is a significant amount of ongoing research into endoscopic treatment modalities in an attempt to reduce the need for medical therapy for GERD. Meanwhile, the underlying biology of Barrett’s carcinogenesis is incompletely understood, as is the ideal treatment for Barrett’s esophagus and advanced neoplasia.

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