Endoscopic management of Barrett's esophagus with high-grade dysplasia and early-stage esophageal adenocarcinoma.

Wayne L Hofstetter, Marta L Davila

Journal: Thoracic surgery clinics 2013;23(4):479-89

PMID: 24199698

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Abstract

Several endoscopic procedures have been recently developed for the treatment of Barrett's esophagus and early esophageal cancer, including endoscopic resection, radiofrequency ablation, and cryoablation. This review article discusses ideal candidates for endoscopic therapies, current treatment modalities, clinical and safety outcomes, and specific management recommendations.

Address: Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Unit 146, Houston, TX 77030, USA. Electronic address: [email protected].

DOI: 10.1016/j.thorsurg.2013.07.010

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MeSH Terms: Adenocarcinoma, Barrett Esophagus, Catheter Ablation, Cryosurgery, Esophageal Neoplasms, Esophagoscopy, Humans, Neoplasm Staging