Services
At the Barrett's Esophagus Center, we offer a wide spectrum of services that are part of our comprehensive approach from diagnosis to treatment for patients with Barrett's esophagus. Our patients receive checkups tailored to their needs and based on the latest practice guidelines. We also offer our patients the benefit of enrolling in ongoing clinical trials, as well as regular updates on the latest Barrett's esophagus research.
- State-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy includes:
- High resolution Narrow Band Imaging (NBI). This equipment is used by our expert gastroenterologist to more accurately diagnosis Barrett's esophagus, as well as improved ability to identify early cancerous changes (dysplasia) within Barrett's esophagus.
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS). Endoscopic ultrasound allows the visualization of different layers of the esophageal wall and the accurate delineation of extent of cancer.
- Endoscopic treatment* of Barrett's esophagus with or without dysplasia or early cancer, including the use of radiofrequency ablation (BARRX) , cryotherapy, and endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR).
*Warning: This page links to graphic photos that may not be suitable for viewing by all individuals. Discretion is advised. - Treatment of other Barrett's esophagus- related complications, including endoscopic esophageal strictures (dilation), and cancer (resection, stent placement).
- Specialized expertise in the histopathological diagnosis of Barrett's esophagus and its possible cancerous changes. This includes the use of specialized stains, biomarkers led by Mamoun Younes, M.D., a world renowned expert in GI pathology.
- Research investigators at the Barrett's Esophagus Center at Baylor Clinic have more than $2.5 million in federal grants to examine different aspects of Barrett's esophagus. Ongoing research studies include:
- Role of obesity in Barrett's esophagus
- Genetic factors in Barrett's esophagus
- Prevention of cancer in Barrett's esophagus
- Endoscopic ablation of Barrett's esophagus
- Surgical and oncological expertise provided by experts at the renowned Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine and their cancer treatment expertise.
Referrals
Clinic appointments
Contact the Baylor Clinic call center at 713-798-0950 and select option 2, then select a specific GI physician or make a general referral to GI.
Gastroenterology procedure
Call 713-798-0960 or fax request form to 713-798-0951.
For more information or questions
Call 713-798-0950 or visit www.baylorclinic.com/services/gastro/.