Patients with Barrett's esophagus usually undergo endoscopies to screen for progression to
A) adenocarcinoma.
B) osteosarcoma.
C) both of the above.
D) none of the above.

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Those with Barrett's esophagus usually undergo endoscopies to screen for progression to adenocarcinoma. Although no management strategy has been proven to prolong life, there are several options currently in use: treatment of GERD, endoscopic surveillance to detect dysplasia, and treatment of the dysplasia.

Patients with Barrett's Esophagus Usually Undergo Endoscopies to Screen for Progression