' Born to be bad ' or ' born to be benign: ' Testing cells for esophageal cancer risk

Genetically analyzing lesions in the food pipe could provide an early and accurate test for esophageal cancer, according to research. Barrett ' s Esophagus is a common condition that affects millions of people, although many are undiagnosed. This condition involves normal cells in the esophagus (food pipe) being replaced by an unusual cell type called Barrett ' s Esophagus, and is thought to be a consequence of chronic reflux (heartburn).
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