Barrett's Esophagus - A Deep Dive into Diagnosis and Management
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Barrett's Esophagus is a medical condition that occurs when the lining of the esophagus, which is a tube connecting the throat to the stomach, gets damaged due to the stomach acid. This condition is frequently associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is characterized by the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus.
Join the PACE Hospitals Podcast with Dr Mysore Sudhir - Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at PACE Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad, India, to unravel the mysteries surrounding this condition, understand its implications, and explore the avenues of prevention and treatment.
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1. Barrett's Esophagus - A Deep Dive into Diagnosis and Management (00:00:00)
2. What exactly Barrett's Esophagus means? (00:01:14)
3. What are the causes and risk factors of Barrett's esophagus? (00:01:34)
4. What are the potential complications of Barrett's esophagus, and how serious are they? (00:02:20)
5. How is Barrett's esophagus diagnosed, and what tests are involved? (00:03:14)
6. What are the treatment options for Barrett's Esophagus? (00:05:15)
7. What role does regular monitoring and surveillance play in managing the prognosis of Barrett's Esophagus? (00:07:07)
8. Can you suggest some preventive tips for Gastrointestinal Diseases? (00:08:00)
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