Abstract
Enhanced visualization techniques are available for Barrett's esophagus and have promise in the detection of dysplasia and cancer. Several of these techniques, such as narrow band imaging and chromoendoscopy, are being applied clinically. These techniques will allow the endoscopist to screen the surface of the Barrett's esophagus to detect areas of neoplasia. Once detected, it is hoped that either magnification techniques, such as confocal laser endomicroscopy, or spectroscopic techniques can be of value in allowing in vivo real-time diagnostic capabilities.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 39-51 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America |
Volume | 21 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 2011 |
Keywords
- Advanced imaging
- Barrett's esophagus
- Laser confocal endomicroscopy
- Narrow band imaging
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Gastroenterology