A multi-national team of researchers has found in the world's largest review on the best methods to manage and treat common pre-cancerous and cancerous conditions of the esophagus that good endoscopy equipment, more endoscopic surgery and more tissue sampling is needed to improve patient care. Around 2% of the world's population suffers from Barrett's esophagus. Men over the age of 50 living in developed countries are in the highest risk group. It is estimated that the risk of developing esophageal adenocarcinoma amongst people with Barrett's esophagus is around 0.5 to 1% per year...

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