A team led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Washington University School of Medicine has shed light on the ...

Endoscopies could be replaced by far less invasive capsule sponge tests for half of all patients with Barrett's esophagus, a ...

Endoscopies could be replaced by far less invasive capsule sponge tests for half of all patients with Barrett's esophagus, a ...

Discover how persistent heartburn might signal a rare but aggressive form of cancer—esophageal cancer. Learn about its symptoms, risk factors, and when to seek medical help.

Learn about the "pill-on-a-thread" that could replace endoscopies for half of all patients at risk of developing esophageal ...

"I went from a minor toothache to almost dead in about three days. So any time I hear someone question whether or not to get ...

A new, far less invasive capsule sponge test to detect early cancer signs could safely replace the use of regular endoscopies ...

Greer and colleagues compared standard upper endoscopy with EsoCheck (EC), a nonendoscopic esophageal balloon cell-sampling device coupled with EsoGuard (EG), a DNA-based precancer screening assay ...

Gastroenterologist Dr. Wendi LeBrett recently posted a TikTok video about some sneaky signs of esophageal cancer to watch out ...

For nearly 20 years, U.K. resident Duncan Cook has had regular endoscopies to monitor his case of Barrett’s esophagus, a condition in which acid reflux damages cells and can lead to throat cancer.

Acid reflux is a common issue. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or GERD is a chronic form. It needs treatment. Several factors ...