Sunday, April 25, 2021

New Diagnostic Procedure Increases The Detection Of Precancerous Cells In The Esophagus


New Diagnostic Procedure Increases The Detection Of Precancerous Cells In The Esophagus    




These Result Of The Continued Exposure To Stomach Acid, As A Result Of Untreated Acid Reflux    




Acid reflux occurs when the acidic food matter returns to the esophagus. If untreated, it can damage the delicate tissue in the esophagus, leading to a condition called Barrett’s esophagus, which leads to the development of precancerous cells in the digestive system. This can also result in esophageal cancer, which has a low survival rate. The procedure to diagnose it includes a biopsy of the esophagus. There is now a new procedure for performing the biopsy, which consists of a diagnostic tool in the form of a brush that scrapes a large surface of the esophagus. This new technique increases the detection of precancerous cells by 80%, compared to traditional methods. This procedure allows sampling up to 70% of the affected area, compared to traditional pinch biopsies, which can only cover a small percentage. Additional information click here.



 

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