ASGE Annual Postgraduate Course: Endoscopy Around the World: Video Case-Based Pearls from the Masters (Virtual)

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Video Summary

In this video, Mimi Kanto discusses practical tips and new innovations in the diagnosis and treatment of Barrett's esophagus. She emphasizes the importance of accurately diagnosing and describing Barrett's in pathology reports, including measuring landmarks like the Z line, junction, and diaphragm. She recommends using high-definition white light endoscopy and optical chromoendoscopy for targeted biopsies and detection of neoplasia. Mimi also discusses various endoscopic therapies, such as ablation and resection techniques, highlighting the importance of confirming and resecting visible lesions and adopting augmented GERD antiacid therapy. She introduces newer techniques, such as cryoablation and hybrid APC, and discusses ongoing trials and research in the field. Finally, she emphasizes the need for careful surveillance after endoscopic therapy to detect and treat any recurrences of dysplasia or neoplasia.

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Marcia Irene Canto, MD, MHS, FASGE

Keywords

Barrett's esophagus

diagnosis

treatment

pathology reports

endoscopy

neoplasia