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Barrett’s Esophagus, Often a Precursor to Esophageal Cancer, Results from Residual, Embryonic Cells
Researchers discovered a new
mechanism for the origin of
Barrett's esophagus, an
intestine-like growth in the
esophagus that is triggered
... > full story
Detecting Esophageal Cancer With Light
A tiny light source and
sensors at the end of an
endoscope may provide a more
accurate way to identify
pre-cancerous cells in the
lining of the esophagus. ... > full story
Brewing Up a Gentler Java: Dark-Roasted Coffee Contains Stomach-Friendly Ingredient
Stomach irritation
preventing almost two out of
every 10 people from
enjoying coffee. Now,
scientists report the
... > full story
Reflux Esophagitis Due to Immune Reaction, Not Acute Acid Burn
Contrary to current
thinking, a condition called
gastroesophageal reflux
disease might not develop as
a direct result of acidic
digestive juices burning the
... > full story
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Study Reveals Origins of Esophageal Cancer
January 17, 2012 — Researchers have identified the critical early cellular and molecular events that give rise to a type of esophageal cancer called esophageal adenocarcinoma, the fastest-rising solid tumor in the ... > full story -
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Physicians Show Bias When Diagnosing Stomach Problems, Study Finds
October 31, 2011 — Patients who complain of upper gastrointestinal symptoms often face a diagnosis of either gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or functional dyspepsia. Because the two conditions often overlap, it ... > full story -
Are Acid-Suppressing Drugs Prescribed Too Often in Infants?
October 20, 2011 — Frequent spitting up, irritability, and unexplained crying in infants can be very distressing to parents. Pediatricians often prescribe acid-suppressing drugs for these symptoms in an effort to treat ... > full story -
Bacteria Associated With Stomach Ulcers Not Detected in Enlarged Adenoids in Children
October 17, 2011 — Bacteria that cause stomach inflammation and ulcers were not detectable in tissue from inflamed and enlarged adenoids in children, according to a new ... > full story -
Anti-Reflux Surgery Helps Airway Function Both Before and After Lung Transplant, Study Finds
September 19, 2011 — Surgery to correct gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, can preserve lung function in patients with end-stage pulmonary disease both before and after transplantation, according to a new study. ... > full story -
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First Long-Term Study of WTC Workers Shows Widespread Health Problems 10 Years After Sept. 11
September 1, 2011 — In the first long-term study of the health impacts of the World Trade Center (WTC) collapse on Sept. 11, 2001, researchers have found substantial and persistent mental and physical health problems ... > full story -
Study Finds More Gut Reaction to Arthritis Drugs; Stomach Acid-Suppressing Drugs Appear to Damage Small Intestine
September 1, 2011 — A research team has found stomach acid-reducing drugs, known as proton pump inhibitors, may actually be aggravating damage in the small intestine caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, also ... > full story -
New Study Helps Clarify Symptoms and Characteristics of Acid Reflux in Neonates
August 8, 2011 — Modifying stomach acid levels may not be enough to treat symptoms in neonates suspected of having gastroesophageal reflux disease. This is the first study to classify reflux and its associated ... > full story -
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Esophageal Cancer Risk Higher in Medically Treated GERD Patients With Fewest Symptoms
July 18, 2011 — Medically treated patients with mild or no symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are at higher risk for developing esophageal cancer than those with severe GERD symptoms, according to a ... > full story -
Improved Prognosis for Esophageal Cancer
May 25, 2011 — In recent years, the number of cases of adenocarcinoma of the esophagus (or gullet) has been on the rise. At the same time, however, new ways of treatment are improving the outlook for patients. In a ... > full story
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