Barrett's Oesophagus Flashcards
1
Q
What is barret’s oesophagus?
A
Intestinal metaplasia from repeated exposure to stomach acid
Change from stratified squamous to mucin secreting columnar epithelium
2
Q
What condition predisposes Barrett’s oesophagus?
A
GORD
3
Q
Investigation?
A
Endoscopy
Oesophageal pH monitoring
4
Q
Treatment of Barrett’s oesophagus?
A
Depends on stages
5
Q
Treatment of early stage?
A
Treat risk factors
Antacids
PPI’s
- Omeprazole
H2 agonists
- Ranitadine
6
Q
Complication of barrett’s oesophagus?
A
Oesophageal cancer
7
Q
Treatment of barrett’s oesophagus if dysplasia/cancer is detected?
A
Radiofrequency ablation
Endoscopic mucousal resection
Oesophagectomy if invasion
8
Q
How much does Barrett’s oesophagus increase your risk of developing cancer?
A
By 6% per year
