Case Western Reserve University researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding Barrett's esophagus, a precancerous condition that dramatically increases the risk of developing ...

It is evident that Barrett's esophagus, a pathophysiologic condition affecting the gastroesophageal junction and lower esophagus, progresses to adenocarcinoma of the esophagus in some patients. Indeed ...

A team led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Washington University School of Medicine has shed light on the process that drives Barrett’s esophagus formation. This condition affects the ...

The results of a new study appear to show that the use of aspirin can help reduce the risk of Barrett’s esophagus, according to a news release. The study was published in Clinical Gastroenterology and ...

Investigators at the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center have developed a simple, swallowable test ...

Bethesda, MD (Oct. 17, 2025) — The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) today released a new clinical practice guideline on the surveillance of Barrett's esophagus, the only known precursor ...

Researchers find that a single esophageal brushing, combined with massively parallel sequencing, can identify Barrett’s esophagus patients with disease progression to precancerous cells or carcinoma A ...

A new study published in Gastroenterology aims to improve the effectiveness of screening and surveillance practices for early cancer detection in Barrett's esophagus (BE).

Traditionally, Barrett's esophagus was defined as the presence of columnar mucosa extending ≥ 3 cm into the tubular esophagus. This definition has evolved into the presence of any specialized columnar ...

Esophageal cancer is a tumor that forms inside the esophagus. This tube starts in the back of the throat, goes through the neck and connects with the stomach in the abdomen. The wall of the esophagus ...

CWRU researchers have discovered how inherited genetic abnormalities increase the chance of developing Barrett's esophagus by ...