Radiofrequency Ablation in Barrett's Esophagus with Dysplasia

Authors
Nicholas ShaheenPrateek SharmaCharles Lightdale
Journal
New England Journal of Medicine
Published
May 27, 2009

Abstract

Barrett's esophagus, a condition of intestinal metaplasia of the esophagus, is associated with an increased risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma. We assessed whether endoscopic radiofrequency ablation could eradicate dysplastic Barrett's esophagus and decrease the rate of neoplastic progression.

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DOI

10.1056/nejmoa0808145

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Radiofrequency Ablation in Barrett's Esophagus with Dysplasia