Not that we know of: There has been concern that long-term use of ppis could increase the risk of some GI cancers. However, there is no solid evidence for this. A recent meta-analysis (gut 2013, nov 12) showed that esophageal cancer risk decreases with use of ppis. There are other risks associated with long-term use of ppis, but cancer doesn't appear to be one of them..
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??: That is currently being studied in a national trial. We don't have an answer yet. We should have one within a year out two. Study nct 01322623.
Answered 12/30/2013
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