Tag Archives: Barrett’s esophagus

Are There Stem Cells in the Esophagus and Stomach?

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

Researchers have identified potential stem cells in human esophagus and stomach, as well as those in metaplastic esophagus that could lead to esophageal cancer, according to the April issue of Gastroenterology. Stem cells have been reported to exist in the … Continue reading →

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Can Proton Pump Inhibitors Prevent Esophageal Cancer?

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

Proton-pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy reduces risk of esophageal cancer in patients with Barrett’s esophagus (BE), according to the April issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In BE, the squamous epithelium of the distal esophagus is replaced by metaplastic columnar epithelium, … Continue reading →

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