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The endoscopic evaluation of the esophagus is an extremely important role in the diagnosis of esophageal disease. Most findings are readily apparent with a careful high‐definition white‐light exam, which can be augmented with NBI or BLI to define mucosal and vascular patterns. The value of advanced imaging with acetic acid and laser endomicroscopy has been compared to the random biopsy method in patients with BE in many studies. Overall, the combined data was found to meet the standard criteria set for by the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy for a new technology designed to reduce or replace mucosal biopsy sampling using the available data and meta‐analysis [22]. In spite of the recommendations, widespread adoption of these advancements has been limited by cost and general consensus among physicians in community and academic settings.