Important
It is possible that the main title of the report Barrett Esophagus
is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find
the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report.
Synonyms
- Barrett Ulcer
- BE
- Chronic Peptic Ulcer and Esophagitis Syndrome
- Columnar-Like Esophagus
- Esophagitis-Peptic Ulcer
General Discussion
Barrett esophagus is a rare disorder characterized by chronic inflammation and ulceration of the esophagus (esophagitis). Symptoms develop due to the chronic occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is a condition characterized by backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus and may include episodes of heartburn and recurring pain behind the breastbone (sternum). Late symptoms associated with Barrett esophagus may also include a narrowing (stricture) of the esophagus and difficulty swallowing (dysphagia).
Resources
Digestive Disease National Coalition
507 Capitol Court
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20002
Tel: (202)544-7497
Fax: (202)546-7105
Email: scott@hmcw.org
Internet: http://www.ddnc.org
NIH/National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse
2 Information Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3570
Tel: (301)654-3810
Fax: (301)907-8906
Tel: (800)891-5389
Email: nddic@info.niddk.nih.gov
Internet: http://www.niddk.nih.gov
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Association, Inc.
PO Box 3842
Ithica, NY 14850-3842
Tel: (607)257-1141
Fax: (607)255-0349
Tel: (866)370-3222
Email: jgillett@ecaware.org
Internet: http://www.ecaware.org/
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