Studies Support Risk Scoring Test For Barrett’s Esophagus Progression

Two studies presented at a recent conference support use of the tissue systems pathology test for prediction of ...

APRIL 2, 2025

Cap-Assisted Argon Plasma Coagulation of Esophageal Inlet Patch in Gastric Heterotopia

A 38-year-old woman presented with a one-year history of globus sensation, intermittent dysphagia, and cough.

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

For Achalasia, Short Myotomy Is Found Equivalent to Long

Short myotomy was equivalent to long myotomy for the treatment of type I and type II achalasia in a new study.

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Barrett’s Esophagus: Guideline Interpretation and Application to Management

This review provides an update on the recently published guidelines from the ACG and AGA on the diagnosis and ...

AUGUST 1, 2024

BE Risk Up After Sleeve Gastrectomy

Patients who have undergone laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy are at an increased risk for developing Barrett’s ...

JULY 24, 2024

FDA Approves Vonoprazan for NERD

The FDA has approved vonoprazan (Voquezna, Phathom) 10-mg tablets for use in patients with nonerosive reflux ...

JULY 19, 2024

Management of Achalasia, Part 2: Treatment

Achalasia treatment aims are focused on alleviating the obstruction at the EGJ to enhance esophageal emptying and ...

MAY 3, 2024

Where Does Cryotherapy Belong in the Clinical Toolbox for Barrett’s Esophagus?

Cryotherapy can be considered as an alternative to radiofrequency ablation in the treatment of Barrett’s ...

APRIL 23, 2024

Gastrointestinal Enteral Stents: Esophageal

Gastrointestinal stents originally were developed to treat obstructing cancer in the GI tract, specifically ...

AUGUST 31, 2023

Endoscopic Removal of Esophageal Foreign Bodies Using the Tripod Grasper

Originally developed to retrieve colon polyps, the tripod grasper soon became useful for removing other types of ...

MARCH 14, 2023

Treatment of Nonachalasic Esophageal Motor Disorders

Esophageal motor disorders encompass a diverse group of diagnoses defined by abnormal peristaltic coordination, ...

APRIL 30, 2022

Esophageal Malformations In Children Need Multidisciplinary Management Into Adulthood

Management of children with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula often doesn’t end as they grow ...

APRIL 6, 2022