Barretts Esophagus [Paperback]

Barrett's Esophagus gives an extensive overview written by the world's leading experts covering the epidemiology, gastroenterology and surgery, as well as the molecular basis of:

• the precursor lesions leading to the development of Barrett's epithelium;
• the unique characteristics of Barrett's esophagus;
• the consequences of malignant degeneration, i.e. adenocarcinoma.

All aspects in terms of diagnosis, secondary prevention, multimodality, medical and surgical treatment are elucidated.

Barrett's Esophagus gives an extensive overview written by the world's leading experts covering the epidemiology, gastroenterology and surgery, as well as the molecular basis of:

• the precursor lesions leading to the development of Barrett's epithelium;
• the unique characteristics of Barrett's esophagus;
• the consequences of malignant degeneration, i.e. adenocarcinoma.

All aspects in terms of diagnosis, secondary prevention, multimodality, medical and surgical treatment are elucidated.

Contributors. Preface. Norman Barrett and the esophagus; R.V.N. Lord.Section 1: Normal Anatomy and Physiology of the esophagus. 1.1. Embryology and anatomy of the esophagus; D. Liebermann-Meffert. 1.2. Cell biology of the esophageal epithelium; S.E.A. Attwood, C.D. Morris. 1.3. Normal physiology of the esophagus; P.M.A. Fisichella, M.G. Patti. 1.4. Pathophysiology of the lower esophageal spincter; A.J.P.M. Smout.Section 2: Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease. 2.1. Natural history of reflux disease; B. Johnston, A.H.G. Love DAGGER. 2.2. H. Pylori and reflux disease; A. Cats, E.J. Kuipers. 2.3. Acid and bile in the esophagus; W.J. Owen, R.E.K. Marshall. 2.4. Endoscopic classification of G.E.R.D.; J. Hatlebakk, A. Berstad. 2.5. Optimal surgery for reflux disl#+