Barrett syndrome

Barrett Syndrome refers to the replacement of the lower mucosa of the esophagus by the columnar epithelium of the stomach. Also known as Barrett's ulcer, chronic peptic ulcer and esophagitis syndrome. It was first described by Barrett in 1950, hence the name Barrett syndrome. The sign may be congenital, but often secondary to reflux esophagitis, and esophagitis and ulcers occur on the basis of gastro-esophageal reflux.