Barrett’s esophagus: review of diagnosis and treatment
Barrett's esophagus (BE) is an acquired condition characterized by replacement of stratified squamous epithelium by a cancer predisposing metaplastic columnar epithelium. Endoscopy with systemic biopsy protocols plays a vital role in diagnosis. Technological advancements in dysplasia detection...
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Format: | Online |
Language: | English |
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Oxford University Press
2013
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Online Access: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3941437/ |