Chronic gastroesophageal reflux can lead to which histologic change in the esophagus?
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Correct answer: Intestinal metaplasia
Chronic GERD can cause intestinal metaplasia of the distal esophagus, known as Barrett esophagus. This metaplastic change predisposes to adenocarcinoma.
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