Barrett's Esophagus and Esophagus Cancer (adenocarcinoma)-Mayo Clinic

Barretts esophagus is a condition in which damaged cells in the esophagus become more like cells found in the intestine, usually as a result of GERD or acid reflux. Patients with Barretts esophagus have precancerous cells that put them at a higher risk for developing esophagus cancer. Dysplasia is a word that describes with a higher risk. This video explains low-grade dysplasia and high-grade dysplasia and discusses the risk of esophagus cancer for people with high grade dysplasia. It also describes an upper endoscopy and biopsy, procedures to examine the esophagus for signs of cancer. Mayo Clinic has a very large team with an international reputation for its skill in diagnosing and treating reflux, Barretts esophagus and esophagus cancer. For more information, go to the Mayo Clinic website, http://www.mayoclinic.org/barretts-esophagus/

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• Mayo Clinic
• Esophagus Cancer
• Barrett's Esophagus
• GERD
• Heartburn
• Acid Reflux