I. Introduction
II. Epidemiology
III. Complications of Barrett’s Esophagus
IV. Risk Factors of Barrett’s Esophagus
1. Chronic Heartburn, Acid Reflux and Erosive Esophagitis
2. Age, Gender, Race and Geography
3. Obesity and Smoking
V. Long-segment and Short-segment Barrett’s Esophagus
VI. Diagnosis of Barrett’s Esophagus
VII. Treatment of Barrett’s Esophagus
1. Surveillance Endoscopy
2. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
VIII. High-grade Dysplasia and Treatment
1. Esophagectomy
2. Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
3. Radiofrequency Ablation
4. Photodynamic Therapy
5. Endoscopic Spray Cryotherapy
IX. Screening Guidelines
X. Case Study: GERD Progression to Barrett’s Esophagus
Discussion
XI. Summary