Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

What is the symptomatic management (GORD symptoms) of Barrett's oesophagus?\n_____

GORD (acid reflux) symptoms can be rapidly relieved with over the counter _____ but long-term use is NOT recommended

What is the investigation for GORD (acid reflux) if further investigations are needed? _____

The surveillance for short-segment < 3cm Barrett's oesophagus is endoscopy every _____

Barrett's oesophagus is typically an _____ diagnosis when undergoing endoscopy for another indication

GORD is typically worse after _____ and lying flat

Hint: trigger

GORD presents with _____ burning pain, regurgitation (acid taste), and a chronic cough worse at night

Hint: location

_____ is a chronic disorder in which pathological retrograde flow of gastric contents into the oesophagus leads to mucosal injury

What is the management for Barrett's oeosphagus WITH high-grade dysplasia? _____

_____ is premalignant metaplasia of the lower oesophagus arising from chronic acid reflux