Barrett’s Esophagus
Description
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.
Keywords
MedicalGastroenterologySurgeryOncologyPathologyClinical Medicine
2002Book
Author(s)H. W. Tilanus
PublisherSpringer Science & Business Media
ISBN9781402001024
LanguageEnglish
