Here are 4 things to know about a meta-analysis of 11 studies reporting a connection between Barrett’s esophagus and colonic tumors.
• Barrett’s esophagus is associated with an increased risk of any colonic tumors.
• Barrett’s esophagus is associated with an increased risk of benign adenomatous tumors
• Barrett’s esophagus is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer
• Barrett’s esophagus had a stronger link to colorectal cancer than benign colonic tumors
The researchers concluded that further prospective studies are needed to confirm the link between Barrett’s esophagus and colorectal cancer.
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