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. 2016 Feb 3;3(1):3–16. doi: 10.1159/000443155

Table 2.

Etiology of EAC

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Barrett's esophagus

Abdominal obesity, which increases gastroesophageal reflux and inflammatory cytokines

Cigarette smoking; cigarette smoke contains carcinogens and promotes inflammation

Low intake of fruits, vegetables and cereal fibers; associated deficiencies in micronutrients may promote inflammation and carcinogenesis

Alcoholic beverages – results inconsistent

Genetic susceptibility