Question

A 72-year-old with chronic GERD is referred for screening for Barrett's. Which risk factor profile supports screening?

Accepted Answer

Chronic GERD plus multiple risk factors (male sex, age >50, white race, central obesity, smoking, family history)

Answer

Any heartburn regardless of risks

Answer

Only women should be screened

Answer

Screen all at first GERD symptom

Answer

Screen by barium swallow

Practice question

A 72-year-old with chronic GERD is referred for screening for Barrett's. Which risk factor profile supports screening?