Endoscopic management of Barrett's esophagus: European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) Position Statement

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2017

Authors

Weusten, B (Author) Other; Bisschops, R (Author) Other; Coron, E (Author) Other; Mario Dinis Ribeiro (Author) FMUP; Dumonceau, JM (Author) Other; Esteban, JM (Author) Other; Hassan, C (Author) Other; Pech, O (Author) Other; Repici, A (Author) Other; Bergman, J (Author) Other; di Pietro, M (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Endoscopy

Vol. 49

Pages: 191-198

ISSN: 0013-726X

Publisher: Thieme

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Authenticus ID: P-00M-DVE

DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-122140

Abstract (EN): Current practices for the management of Barrett's esophagus (BE) vary across Europe, as several national European guidelines exist. This Position Statement from the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) is an attempt to homogenize recommendations and, hence, patient management according to the best scientific evidence and other considerations (e.g. health policy). A Working Group developed consensus statements, using the existing national guidelines as a starting point and considering new evidence in the literature. The Position Statement wishes to contribute to a more cost-effective approach to the care of patients with BE by reducing the number of surveillance endoscopies for patients with a low risk of malignant progression and centralizing care in expert centers for those with high progression rates.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 8