Barrett's metaplasia: clinical implications

摘要

The incidence of Barrett's metaplasia (BM) as well as Barrett's adenocarcinoma (BA) has been increasing in Western populations. The prognosis of BA is worse Because individuals present at a late stage. Attempts have Been made to intervene at early stage using surveillance Programmes, although proof of efficacy of endoscopic Surveillance is lacking, particularly outside the specialist Centres. The management of BM needs to be evidence- Based as there is a lack clarity about how best to treat this Condition.