Barrett Esophagus Overview

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What are the most frequently reported symptoms of chronic GERD?

Coughing and wheezing

Heartburn and dysphagia (correct)

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal pain and bloating

Which of the following is NOT a complication of GERD?

Eosinophilic esophagitis (correct)

Stricture

Bleeding

Ulceration

What distinguishes eosinophilic esophagitis from GERD in terms of gross morphology?

Rings in the upper and mid portions of the esophagus (correct)

Presence of bleeding in the esophagus

Strictures along the esophagus

Gastric contents in the esophagus

What is the cardinal histologic feature of eosinophilic esophagitis?

Epithelial infiltration by eosinophils Signup and view all the answers

What defines Barrett's Esophagus?

Intestinal metaplasia within the esophageal squamous mucosa Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical age range at which Barrett esophagus is most commonly present?

40-60 years Signup and view all the answers

In what age group is GERD most common, as mentioned in the text?

Elderly individuals Signup and view all the answers

Which gender is most affected by Barrett esophagus?

Males Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining feature of intestinal metaplasia in Barrett esophagus?

Presence of goblet cells with staining properties Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic can be seen endoscopically in Barrett esophagus?

Velvety mucosa extending upward from the gastroesophageal junction Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest concern associated with Barrett esophagus?

Increased risk for esophageal adenocarcinoma Signup and view all the answers

Which microscopic feature may be detected in Barrett esophagus that indicates preinvasive lesions?

Low-grade or high-grade dysplasia Signup and view all the answers

In esophageal adenocarcinoma, early lesions may appear as what type of patches?

Flat or raised patches Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical location for esophageal adenocarcinoma to occur?

Distal third of the esophagus Signup and view all the answers

Which risk factor is typically associated with the development of esophageal adenocarcinoma?

Barrett esophagus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms is most commonly associated with patients presenting with esophageal adenocarcinoma?

Difficulty in swallowing Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature found adjacent to esophageal adenocarcinoma?

Barrett esophagus Signup and view all the answers

In esophageal tumors, which of the following is a benign mesenchymal tumor type?

Leiomyomas Signup and view all the answers