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This is a precancerous disease that, if left unmonitored or untreated, may progress to oesophageal cancer, otherwise know as Adenocarcinoma.
Oesophageal cancer is the 6th most common cause of cancer death in the UK1,2, together with gastric cancer, it accounts for 6% of all cancer deaths in men and 3% of all cancers death in women across Europe.
Millions of people around the world suffer from acid reflux or chronic heartburn. Many don’t realize that it can develop into a more serious disease, Barrett’s oesophagus (BO)([FOOTNOTE=Vaezi M, Zehrai A, Yuksel E, Testing for refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease, ASGE Leading Edge, 2012 Vol 2, No 2, 1-13, American Society Gastroenterology Esdoscopy, Page 1.],[ANCHOR=],[LINK=])
Having Barrett’s oesophagus increases your risk of developing oesophageal adenocarcinoma (OAC), a form of oesophageal cancer, by 30–60 times([FOOTNOTE=Gilbert EW et al. Barrett’s esophagus: a review of the literature. J Gastrointest Surg 2011;15:708-1.],[ANCHOR=],[LINK=])
That’s why it’s so critical to get diagnosed. If detected early, Barrett’s oesophagus can be treated and reduce your risk for EAC([FOOTNOTE=Orman ES, Li N, Shaheen NJ. Efficacy and durability of radiofrequency ablation for Barrett's esophagus: systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2013;11:1245-55.],[ANCHOR=],[LINK=])
We want to let patients and their families know that there are valuable tools available to physicians in diagnosing GORD and powerful treatment options for Barrett's oesophagus.
Watch the inspiring journey of Juan Carlos, a Barrett’s oesophagus patient.
With gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the oesophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This action can irritate the oesophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms.
If you suffer from chronic heartburn, acid reflux, or similar symptoms, you may have a disease called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD).
Fill out this form and discuss the answers with a gastroenterologist, so together you can take the first step towards treatment.
Barrett’s oesophagus is a precancerous disease that affects the lining of the oesophagus. It occurs when stomach acids and enzymes re-enter the oesophagus over time and cause the cells to change, also known as intestinal metaplasia.
Barrett’s oesophagus is the primary risk factor for developing oesophageal cancer3. Complete the assessment to identify your risk level for Barrett’s oesophagus and oesophageal cancer.
Find a hospital that offers the full range of treatments and specializes in gastroesophageal reflux disease and Barrett’s oesophagus.
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