APRIL 20, 2022

Research Finds BE Is Caused By Stomach–Intestinal Cell Hybrid

Barrett’s esophagus occurs when cells in the stomach and intestine generate a hybrid, according to new research from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, shedding light on this enigmatic condition.

The researchers said establishing the cause of Barrett’s esophagus is a prerequisite to developing more effective cancer prevention and treatments. Although almost all cases of Barrett’s esophagus don’t lead to malignancy, the condition is the only known risk factor for developing