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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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New Cell Culture Technology for Colon Cancer and Barrett’s Esophagus

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

A new method for long-term culture of human primary colonic epithelium provides an important tool for studying colon stem cells, adenocarcinoma, colon cancer, and even Barrett’s esophagus, according to the November issue of Gastroenterology. Self-renewal of the small intestinal and … Continue reading →

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