Barrett's esophagus is an acquired metaplastic abnormality in which the normal stratified squamous epithelium lining of the esophagus is replaced by an intestinal-like columnar epithelium.

The surgeon inserts the endoscope into the individual's mouth, down their throat, and into their esophagus. Once located, the area of concern is carefully removed by maneuvering specialized ...

However, up to now, there have been no globally approved locally administered treatments. The esophagus is a particularly challenging environment, as swallowed drugs only remain in the area ...

For example, during one endoscopy, biopsies were obtained at different locations within the Barrett's esophagus segment (spatial/location). Regardless of where the biopsy was obtained, Esopredict ...