Durability of Radiofrequency Ablation in Barrett's Esophagus with Dysplasia

Published: Aug. 2, 2011, 3:29 p.m.

A study in the August issue of Gastroenterology assessed long-term rates of eradication, durability of neosquamous epithelium, disease progression, and safety of radiofrequency ablation in patients with Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Kuemmerle speaks to author Dr. Nicholas Shaheen of the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill School of Medicine and Public Health; Plus, a rundown of top stories from this month's issue of GI and Hepatology News.