Factors Associated With Recurrence of Barrett’s Esophagus After Radiofrequency Ablation

Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is effective treatment for Barrett's esophagus (BE). However, some patients have recurrence after complete eradication of intestinal metaplasia (CEIM). We investigated the incidence of and factors associated with BE recurrence, with or without neoplasia, after RFA and CEIM using data from the national Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system.We performed a retrospective cohort study of Veterans with BE treated by RFA...