Barrett's Oesophagus Flashcards

1
Q

What is it?

A

Type of metaplasia: transformation from squamous epithelium to glandular epithelium

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2
Q

What causes it?

A

GORD

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3
Q

What is done if high grade dysplasia is present?

A

Endoscopic mucosal resection
Radiofrequency ablation
Oesophagectomy

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4
Q

What are the complications of it?

A

Adenocarcinoma

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