Barrett's Esophagus
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📋Overview
Barrett's Esophagus is a condition characterized by the abnormal replacement of the normal squamous lining of the lower esophagus with specialized intestinal-type columnar epithelium. It is considered a complication of chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and is a recognized precursor lesion for esophageal adenocarcinoma. Barrett's Esophagus is the modern term; it is not a legacy or synonym for another condition.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0004763ICD-10-CM
K22.7K22.70
MeSH
D001471
SNOMED CT (US)
302914006
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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