This CME activity consists of the ASGE video, Endoscopic Management of Barrett's Esophagus (DV047), followed by a post-assessment and evaluation.

In the past few years, multiple new endoscopic techniques have evolved for ablation of dysplasia in Barrett’s esophagus. This video provides viewers with a comprehensive presentation of the endoscopic diagnosis and treatment techniques for Barrett’s esophagus, including endoscopic mucosal resection, multipolar electrocoagulation, argon plasma coagulation, photodynamic therapy, radiofrequency ablation and cryotherapy.

See a preview of this video content here.

Practicing gastrointestinal endoscopists, gastroenterologists, gastroenterology fellows and trainees, medical residents, physician assistants and nurses.

As a result of completing this activity, physicians will be able to:

• Classify Barrett’s esophagus using the Prague C & M criteria
• Describe the histologic progression from Barrett’s metaplasia to dysplasia
• Define appropriate candidates for endoscopic mucosal resection of Barrett’s associated lesions
• Identify the indications, techniques, and complications of the ablative methods to treat Barrett’s esophagus including multipolar electrocoagulation, photodynamic therapy, argon plasma coagulation, cryotherapy,  and radiofrequency ablation
• Describe the conservative, endoscopic, and surgical management options for Barrett’s esophagus with high grade dysplasia

Video Release Date:    May 1, 2010
Most Recent CME Review Date:  January 23, 2016
CME Expiration Date:  January 23, 2019

Expected Time of Activity Completion:  90 Minutes (1.50 CME Credit)

Windows Requirements: Operating system: Windows 7+
Browser: Internet Explorer 8+, Firefox 10+, Google Chrome 10+
Internet connection: DSL, cable modem, or other high-speed connection
Flash: Adobe® Flash® Player 12+

Macintosh Requirements:
Operating system: Mac OS X 10.6.8+
Browser: Mozilla Firefox 10+, Safari 5+, Google Chrome 10+
Internet connection: DSL, cable modem, or other high-speed connection
Flash: Adobe® Flash® Player 12+

This CME activity consists of an ASGE video, followed by a post-assessment.  All materials required to complete the activity, including the video, are contained within the activity.

To complete this activity,
1. View the video.
2. Complete the Post –assessment by selecting the single best answer for each multiple choice question. You will be able to change your answer at any time until you click on the finish button. Multiple attempts are given and each question must be answered correctly before proceeding to the next question. Persons scoring 100% pass the test and can print a CME certificate. Exams can be saved to access at a later date.
3. Complete the Evaluation.

You may complete the activity in one sitting, or you may save your work in progress and complete it at a later date. However, to earn CME credits, you must complete the activity prior to the CME expiration date. 

In order to claim credit, you must complete the Post-assessment and Evaluation. Completed CME will be tracked in your account and you can print a record of this CME activity at any time. 

For technical difficulties, please contact ASGE between the hours of 8:30am and 5pm Central Time at 1-866-353-ASGE (2743). For questions related to content or CME credits, please email education@asge.org.