This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine
All of the following are true about Barret's esophagus, Except: 
Select and explain. 
A. Consequence of prolonged GER, B. It is premalignant, C. Lower oesophageal mucosa is replaced by intestinal type of epithelium, D. Associated with oesophageal varices
D: Associated with oesophageal varices
Answer: D: Associated with oesophageal varices 
Explanation: Answer is a D (Associated with oesophageal varices) Barret's oesophagus is not associated with oesophageal varices. Barret's oesophagus is characterized replacement of lower oesophageal mucosa by intestinal (columnar) type of epithelium. It is considered premalignant with increased risk of adenocarcinoma, and is believed to be caused by prolonged gastroesophageal reflux.