Type 2 diabetes is linked to esophageal cancer risk in Barrett’s esophagus patients. In Barrett’s esophagus, the esophageal lining becomes similar to the stomach lining, and type 2 diabetes has long been linked to the condition. Lad researcher Prashanthi N. Thota said, “There has been a rising incidence of metabolic syndrome over the past decades, ...click here to read more
Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) and Barrett’s esophagus (BE) patients have higher rates of obstructive sleep apnea and poor sleep quality. Nearly 20 percent of Americans suffer from GERD, which is chronic heartburn or acid regurgitation. Numerous previous studies have explored the association between GERD and poor sleep quality and have found that GERD patients, on ...click here to read more
GERD complication and Barrett’s esophagus with dysplasia speed up esophageal cancer risk, according to new findings. Researchers found esophageal cancer risk to be eight times higher in those with Barrett’s esophagus with dysplasia. Dr. Rajesh Krishnamoorthi from the Mayo Clinic reported at the American College of Gastroenterology 2015 Annual Meeting, “Barrett’s esophagus subjects with low-grade ...click here to read more
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