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This Viewpoint makes a plea for more uniform, careful and complete endoscopic diagnosis and grading of Barrett's esophagus in both clinical practice and research. Incorporation of the initiatives proposed into adequately powered, multicenter, prospective studies should provide much needed authoritative guidance on the management of Barrett's esophagus.