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Bacterial biota in reflux esophagitis and Barrett’s esophagus
1 Jan 2005
Abstract excerpt
AIM: To identify the bacterial flora in conditions such as Barrettos esophagus and reflux esophagitis to determine if they are similar to normal esophageal flora. METHODS: Using broad-range 16S rDNA PCR, esophageal biopsies were examined from 24 patients [9 with normal esophageal mucosa, 12 with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and 3 with Barrettos esophagus]. Two separate broad-range PCR reactions were...
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