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Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Current Opinion in Gastroenterology, 1999
Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a common clinical problem. Transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxation is central to the pathogenesis. New studies have identified the importance of nitric oxide and cholinergic pathways in modulating transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxation. Provocative information suggests that infection with Helicobacter
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Journal of Gastroenterology, 2010
GERD is a common chronic gastrointestinal disorder, and its prevalence in Asia is increasing. Classical symptoms of heartburn and regurgitation are common presentations. There is no standard criterion for the diagnosis of GERD, and 24-h pH monitoring lacks sensitivity in NERD.
Kwong Ming, Fock, Choo Hean, Poh
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Nursing Standard, 1992
This article examines the diagnostic and treatment options available to people who have gastroesophageal reflux disease. The role of nurses in advising and educating patients about lifestyle modifications, which reduce the severity of symptoms and increase the quality of life, is emphasised.
C, Mitchell, K, Parry-Billings
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Current Opinion in Pharmacology, 2005
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is increasingly common worldwide; symptoms differ between individuals and endoscopically visible injury is present in only about 50% of cases. Although GERD is a disorder of gastrointestinal motility and structure, the most effective therapy is based on the use of acid antisecretory drugs.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Surgical Clinics of North America, 2011
Millions of Americans are affected by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in many different ways. The magnitude of the problem of GERD was brought to light by the ambulatory pH test, the introduction of minimally invasive surgery, and the advent of the many medications that are effective in acid suppression.
Alexander S, Rosemurgy, Natalie, Donn, Harold, Paul, Kenneth, Luberice, Sharona B, Ross   +4 more
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Diagnosing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 2001
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common condition with a variety of clinical manifestations and potentially serious complications. This article reviews available methods for diagnosing GERD. A clinical history of the classic symptoms of GERD, heartburn or acid regurgitation, is sensitive enough to establish the diagnosis in patients without ...
L A, Szarka, K R, DeVault, J A, Murray
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Pathophysiology

Chest Surgery Clinics of North America, 2001
Gastroesophageal reflux disease is common in the Western world and affects a heterogeneous population. Structural and physiologic factors contribute to its pathophysiology, but the relative contribution of these individual factors varies between patients. Three main factors are generally central to the condition: TLESR, hypotensive LES tone, and hiatal
G, Tougas, M, Banemai
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Mechanisms of Gastroesophageal Reflux and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, 2002
ABSTRACTGastroesophageal reflux is a physiological phenomenon, occurring with different severity and duration in different individuals. Reflux disease occurs when this normal event results in the occurrence of symptoms/signs or complications. The pathophysiology of gastroesophageal reflux is complex and diverse, since it is influenced by factors that ...
Yvan, Vandenplas, Eric, Hassall
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology, 1988
In these speculations of the future in gastro-esophageal reflux a hope is expressed that gastro-esophageal reflux disease is accepted as a separate entity. Treatment and diagnosis should not be confused with those of ulcer disease. Reflux disease is not a problem of too much acid in the stomach, but too much acid in the wrong place, the esophagus.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Medical Clinics of North America, 1991
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, usually manifested by frequent heartburn, occurs in approximately 10% of our adult population. The presence of a hiatal hernia is usually associated with, but does not necessarily cause, LES dysfunction, allowing acid reflux to produce esophageal and aerodigestive symptoms.
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