‘Born to be bad’ or ‘born to be benign:’ Testing cells for esophageal cancer risk

Posted by on August 19, 2016 12:44 pm
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Genetically analyzing lesions in the food pipe could provide an early and accurate test for esophageal cancer, according to research. Barrett’s Esophagus is a common condition that affects millions of people, although many are undiagnosed. This condition involves normal cells in the esophagus (food pipe) being replaced by an unusual cell type called Barrett’s Esophagus, and is thought to be a consequence of chronic reflux (heartburn).

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