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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
Intestinal Metaplasia
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
Intestinal Metaplasia
by kamedos, Dec 07, 2003 12:00AM
Hi
I forgot to say I'm 34 years old 5´8 and weight is 250 pounds. How often should I have an endoscopy my Dr. says almost every 2 years?? And how often does Intestinal Metaplasia evolves in cancer?
Thanks, please someone reply!!
I forgot to say I'm 34 years old 5´8 and weight is 250 pounds. How often should I have an endoscopy my Dr. says almost every 2 years?? And how often does Intestinal Metaplasia evolves in cancer?
Thanks, please someone reply!!
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Dec 08, 2003 12:00AM
, Dec 08, 2003 12:00AM
Various studies say different things. Those with intestinal metaplasia has a 1-2x increased risk for esophageal or stomach cancer, depending on where the metaplasia is.
As for the surveillence course, it would depend on how severe the metaplasia is. It can range anywhere from every 6 months to every 3 years. The pathology report from your studies should guide the follow-up course.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
As for the surveillence course, it would depend on how severe the metaplasia is. It can range anywhere from every 6 months to every 3 years. The pathology report from your studies should guide the follow-up course.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
