Barrett's esophagus: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment Journal Article

  


Author: Green, E. E.
Article Title: Barrett's esophagus: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
Abstract: Patients experiencing gastroesophageal reflux on a regular basis may be predisposed to Barrett's esophagus. Barrett's is thought to be a precursor to esophageal cancer. Endoscopy is utilized for both diagnosis and surveillance of this disease. The use of proton pump inhibitors and H2 blockers can help symptoms somewhat. More permanent treatments include Nissen fundoplication, photodynamic therapy, endoscopic ablative therapy, and endoscopic mucosal resection.
Keywords: united states; cancer screening; endoscopy; barrett esophagus; life style changes; barrett esophagus -- diagnosis; barrett esophagus -- epidemiology -- united states; barrett esophagus -- prevention and control; barrett esophagus -- risk factors; barrett esophagus -- surgery; barrett esophagus -- symptoms; barrett esophagus -- therapy
Journal Title: Clinical Excellence for Nurse Practitioners
Volume: 9
Issue: 1
ISSN: 1085-2360
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone  
Date Published: 2005-03-01
Start Page: 7
End Page: 10
Language: English
PROVIDER: EBSCOhost
PROVIDER: cin20
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http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=cin20&AN=2005118766&site=ehost-live
Notes: --- - "Accession Number: 2005118766" - "Entry Date: 20050812" - "Revision Date: 20090313" - "Publication Type: journal article" - "Journal Subset: Blind Peer Reviewed; Double Blind Peer Reviewed; Editorial Board Reviewed; Expert Peer Reviewed; Nursing; Online; Peer Reviewed; USA" - "Special Interest: Advanced Nursing Practice; Oncologic Care" - "NLM UID: 9816180" - "Email: Eringreenrn@yahoo.com." - "Source: cin20"