Predictors of Progression to High-Grade Dysplasia or Adenocarcinoma in Barrett’s Esophagus

• Autores: Matthew J. Whitson, Gary W. Falk
• Localización: Gastroenterology clinics of North America, ISSN 0889-8553, Vol. 44, Nº. 2, 2015 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Barrett’s Esophagus), págs. 299-315
• Idioma: inglés
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  • The prevalence of esophageal adenocarcinoma is increasing dramatically. Barrett’s esophagus remains the most well-established risk factor for the development of esophageal adenocarcinoma. There are multiple clinical, endoscopic, and pathologic factors that increase the risk of neoplastic progression to high-grade dysplasia or esophageal adenocarcinoma in Barrett’s esophagus. This article reviews both risk and protective factors for neoplastic progression in patients with Barrett’s esophagus.