Barrett's esophagus epidemiology and demographics

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Epidemiology and Demographics

  • This can be seen on EGD (esophago-gastroduodenoscopy) in ~ 1 % of all patients, but in up to 20 % of those with symptoms of GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease). Although the diagnosis can be presumed during the EGD, it needs to be confirmed by biopsy.
  • Barrett's esophagus can be seen in younger patients, but is most commonly diagnosed in patients ~ 55 years old.
  • It is more common in whites, than blacks or Asians, and males are more frequently affected than females.
  • Conflicting data exist in regards to the prevalence in Hispanic population(1)[1]

References

  1. Bersentes K, Fass R, Padda S, Johnson C, Sampliner RE (1998). "Prevalence of Barrett's esophagus in Hispanics is similar to Caucasians". Dig. Dis. Sci. 43 (5): 1038–41. doi:10.1023/A:1018834902694. PMID 9590419. Unknown parameter |month= ignored (help)

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  1. PMID 9590419 (PMID 9590419)
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