True regarding barret's oesophagus is :
Ans is 'b' ie Premalignant condition As already explained Barrett's esophagus is an Intestinal metaplasia (not squamous metaplasia) which follows the metaplasia - dysplasia - cancer course (a Premalignant condition for adenocarcinoma of esophagus)About the medical t/t Though medical treatment does not revert back the metaplastic changes, it's given to treat the underlying reflux disorder and prevent further damage. CSDT, Bailey, Maingot's, all advice medical treatment for reflux esophagitis in cases of Barrett's esophagus.
Benign course
Premalignant condition
Sq. metaplasia of lower oesophagus
Medical T/t is not useful
Esophageal Diseases - Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Carcinoma