Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease Symptoms and Demographic Factors as a Pre-Screening Tool for Barrett’s Esophagus

Abstract

We have identified and validated two prediction models for CLE and IM ≥ 2 cm. Both models have fair prediction accuracies and can select out around 20% of individuals unlikely to benefit from investigation for Barrett's esophagus. Such prediction models have the potential to generate useful cost-savings for BE screening among the symptomatic population.