A patient has increased number of columnar cells in lower esophagus. He has which of the following change_______________?

Correct answer: C. Metaplasia

  • A. Dysplasia
  • B. Anaplasia
  • C. Metaplasia
  • D. Normal histologyTry Prep Courses

Explanation

Replacement of the normal stratified squamous epithelium of the lower oesophagus by columnar epithelium is Barrett metaplasia. Dysplasia may develop later, but it is not the initial adaptive change.

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