Diagnosis and Management of Barrett's Esophagus

We suggest that a diagnosis of BE require the finding of intestinal metaplasia (IM) in the tubular esophagus. (C, VL)

We suggest a single screening endoscopy for patients with chronic GERD symptoms and 3 or more additional risk factors for BE, including male sex, age >50 years, White race, tobacco smoking, obesity, and family history of BE or EAC in a first-degree relative. (C, VL)