ASGE Postgraduate Course at ACG 2022: Expanding the Scope of Fundamental and Advanced Endoscopy (On-Demand) | October 2022-Points and Counter Points: All Barrett's Should be Ablated

Points and Counter Points: All Barrett's Should be Ablated

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Video Summary

In the video, Dr. Nicholas Shaheen, Chief of Gastroenterology and Professor of Medicine at the University of North Carolina, argues in favor of ablating all Barrett's esophagus cases. He addresses potential risks, benefits, and misconceptions surrounding the procedure. He presents evidence that ablating nondisplastic Barrett's esophagus is effective in reducing cancer risk and explains the safety and cost-effectiveness of the procedure. He criticizes the alternative option of surveillance endoscopy and highlights the importance of addressing the psychological impact on patients. Dr. Shaheen concludes by advocating for more research and making ablative treatment more accessible. No specific credits were mentioned in the video. Overall, Dr. Shaheen presents a strong case in favor of ablating all Barrett's esophagus cases.

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Nicholas J. Shaheen, MD, MPH, FASGE, MACG

Keywords

Barrett's esophagus

ablation

cancer risk reduction

surveillance endoscopy

psychological impact