Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Manuscript ID	112247
Country	Australia

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Case Report
Article Title	Diagnosis and management of a rare case of esophageal epidermoid metaplasia: A case report
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Arvinf Rajandran, Anthony Sakiris and Sneha John
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Corresponding Author	Arvinf Rajandran, MD, Gastroenterology, Gold Coast University Hospital, 1 Hospital Blvd, Southport QLD 4215, Southport 4060, Queensland, Australia. arvinf.rajandran@health.qld.gov.au
Key Words	Esophageal epidermoid metaplasia; Barrett's esophagus; Endoscopic mucosal resection; Gastroesophageal reflux disease; Gastroscopy; Surveillance; Premalignant; Case report
Core Tip	Clinical significance: Is there any role as Premalignant: A precursor to esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and dysplasia? Esophageal epidermoid metaplasia (EEM) is a rare but potentially premalignant oesophageal lesion. There remains a paucity of data on the formal management of EEM, likely due to the heterogeneity in the presentation, characterisation and detection of EEM. The decision for endoscopic resection vs conservative management is highly individualised. We highlight this case with the aim to increase awareness and detection rate.
Citation	Rajandran A, Sakiris A, John S. Diagnosis and management of a rare case of esophageal epidermoid metaplasia: A case report. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2025; In press

Received	2025-07-22 06:35
Peer-Review Started	2025-07-22 07:19
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Return for Revision	2025-08-14 08:18
Revised	2025-08-26 14:53
Second Decision	2025-09-28 02:45
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Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-09-28 07:54
Articles in Press	2025-09-28 07:54
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-08-27 12:21
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