Friday, October 24, 2008

New Treatment May Help Barrett's Esophagus

Barrett's esophagus can result from ongoing heartburn, which allows a constant splashing of acid from the stomach into the esophagus. Left untreated, the condition can progress to esophagus cancer. Now, a new method, called cryoablation therapy, is available to freeze damaged cells in the esophagus, preventing them from turning cancerous.   Gastroenterologists at the University of Southwestern Medical Center, and a few other sites around... Further reading...