Esophagus: Endoscopic therapy for flat, dysplastic Barrett esophagus

Nat Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2011 Apr;8(4):186-7. doi: 10.1038/nrgastro.2011.38. Epub 2011 Mar 8.

Abstract

Both stepwise radical endoscopic resection (SRER) and radiofrequency ablation (RFA) are effective endoscopic strategies for the treatment of patients with flat, dysplastic Barrett esophagus. Findings from a randomized, controlled trial indicate that the two treatments have similar efficacy, but considerably more complications are associated with SRER compared with RFA.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Barrett Esophagus / pathology*
  • Barrett Esophagus / surgery*
  • Catheter Ablation / adverse effects
  • Cicatrix / etiology
  • Endoscopy* / adverse effects
  • Esophageal Stenosis / etiology
  • Humans
  • Treatment Outcome