PROGRESSION OF ESOPHAGEAL ATRESIA ASSOCIATED BARRET’S ESOPHAGUS IN ADULTHOOD – IS ENDOSCOPIC SURVEILLANCE WORTH IT?
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This study examines the progression of Barrett's esophagus, a known late complication following esophageal atresia repair, in 71 adult patients with C-type EA through serial endoscopic evaluations. The research aims to determine whether routine endoscopic surveillance programs are clinically justified for this patient population.
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- Barrett's esophagus is a recognized late complication following surgical repair of esophageal atresia in childhood.
- Study evaluated 71 adults with repaired C-type EA using serial endoscopies to track Barrett's progression over time.
- Findings inform whether routine endoscopic surveillance programs are justified for this at-risk population.
- Long-term follow-up of EA patients into adulthood is essential to detect and monitor metaplastic changes.
- Serial endoscopy data helps establish evidence-based surveillance intervals for post-EA Barrett's esophagus.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. PROGRESSION OF ESOPHAGEAL ATRESIA ASSOCIATED BARRET’S ESOPHAGUS IN ADULTHOOD – IS ENDOSCOPIC SURVEILLANCE WORTH IT?. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2026-03-06. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/11644
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