<prompt> True regarding barrets oesophagus is :Benign coursePremalignant conditionSq. metaplasia of lower oesophagusMedical Tt is not useful  <response>: Ans is b ie Premalignant condition As already explained Barretts esophagus is an Intestinal metaplasia not squamous metaplasia which follows the metaplasia - dysplasia - cancer course a Premalignant condition for adenocarcinoma of esophagusAbout the medical tt Though medical treatment does not revert back the metaplastic changes, its given to treat the underlying reflux disorder and prevent further damage. CSDT, Bailey, Maingots, all advice medical treatment for reflux esophagitis in cases of Barretts esophagus. 