Up to 1.6% of the general population have Barrett's esophagus. It is often associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), as 5-15% of people with GERD develop Barrett's esophagus.

In conclusion, all patients with GERD/dyspeptic symptoms and a longer duration of symptoms should undergo upper gastrointestinal endoscopy for screening of BE, and those with observed hiatus ...

Dr. Nataliya Uboha sat down to discuss the early warning signs of esophageal cancer, as well as important key takeaways for ...

A kind of cancer that strikes the throat is one of the fastest growing among men and it often comes after much heartburn.

Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common condition in pets, particularly dogs and cats. It occurs when stomach acid ...

It is a chronic disease where the contents of the stomach, particularly acid, reflux into the esophagus. The acid, through various mechanisms, irritates and damages the lining of the esophagus. Some ...

Although known to develop as a consequence of chronic gastroesophageal reflux, the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the development of Barrett's esophagus and its progression to cancer ...