Barrett's oesophagus Flashcards

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What is Barrett’s oesophagus?

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Damage of squamous epithelium of oesophagus through GERD

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What is the pathophysiology of Barrett’s oesophagus?

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Reflux esophagitis → stomach acid damages squamous epithelium → squamous epithelium becomes replaced by columnar epithelium and goblet cells (metaplasia)

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What is the treatment of Barrett’s oesophagus?

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PPI

Repeat endoscopy + biopsy for monitoring

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