Cryotherapy for Barrett's Esophagus: Who, How, and Why?

Ann M. Chen; Pankaj J. Pasricha

doi:10.1016/j.giec.2010.09.007

Cryotherapy for Barrett's Esophagus: Who, How, and Why?

Ann M. Chen, Pankaj J. Pasricha

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Abstract

Cryotherapy is a noncontact ablation method that has long been used clinically in the treatment of a wide variety of malignant and premalignant diseases. The relative ease of use and unique mechanisms of cellular destruction make cryotherapy particularly attractive for the eradication of dysplastic Barrett's esophagus. Currently, liquid nitrogen and carbon dioxide are the most common cryogens used. Preliminary data with these agents have shown high efficacy in the reversal of dysplastic Barrett mucosa and excellent safety profiles. Intense investigation on cryotherapy ablation of Barrett's esophagus is ongoing.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	111-118
Number of pages	8
Journal	Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America
Volume	21
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.giec.2010.09.007
State	Published - Jan 1 2011
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Barrett's esophagus
Cryoablation
Cryotherapy

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Gastroenterology

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