Abstract

Question: A 60-year-old man with morbid obesity, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, obstructive sleep apnea, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and chronic tobacco use was referred for the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease. He reported long-standing heartburn with symptoms that were controlled on once daily proton pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy. He previously underwent an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) for dysphagia and his symptoms resolved with dilation. However, atypical mucosa was noted at that time, and he was counseled to undergo surveillance.

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