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Barrett?s esophagus



Digestive system
Digestive system
Esophagus and stomach anatomy
Esophagus and stomach anatomy


Barrett?s esophagus

Symptoms:

Barrett's esophagus itself does not cause symptoms. The acid reflux that causes Barrett's esophagus results in symptoms of heartburn. Rarely, Barrett's esophagus can progress to cancer of the esophagus, which may cause difficulty swallowing or weight loss.


Signs and tests:

Looking at the esophagus with an endoscope and obtaining a sample of esophagus tissue for examination (esophagoscopy with biopsy) may reveal Barrett's esophagus.




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