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1. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › books › NBK554462Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

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   May 1, 2024 · Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which there is a retrograde flow of the stomach contents into the esophagus or beyond into other regions such as oral cavity, larynx, or the lungs, primarily resulting in inflammation of the esophageal mucosa.

   • Published: 2024/05/01

2. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesPathophysiology of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease - PMC

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   A pragmatic definition of GERD, taking into account symptoms, QoL and endoscopic lesions, has been proposed by the Genval workshop, that suggested inclusion in the term GERD of: “all individuals who are exposed to the risk of physical complications from gastro-oesophageal reflux, or who experience clinically significant impairment of health ...

   • Author: F De Giorgi, M Palmiero, I Esposito, F Mosca, R Cuomo

   • Publish Year: 2006

3. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › 10073290Biology of gastroesophageal reflux disease: pathophysiology ...

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   This chapter reviews the biology of gastroesophageal reflux disease, relating pathophysiology to medical and surgical therapy. Various definitions of the disease are presented and workable criteria are developed to identify patients with the disease.

4. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › books › NBK441938Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

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   Jul 3, 2023 · Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition that develops when there is a retrograde flow of stomach contents back into the esophagus. It can present as non-erosive reflux disease or erosive esophagitis. This activity illustrates the evaluation and treatment of GERD and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in improving ...

   • Author: Catiele Antunes, Abdul Aleem, Sean A. Curtis
   • Published: 2023/07/03

   • Publish Year: 2019

5. www.uptodate.com › contents › pathophysiology-ofPathophysiology of gastroesophageal reflux disease - UpToDate

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   May 22, 2024 · Reflux esophagitis describes a subset of patients with GERD who have endoscopic evidence of esophageal erosions, described in the Los Angeles classification as mucosal breaks , usually confined to the area of the gastroesophageal junction. The pathophysiology of GERD will be reviewed here.

6. www.merckmanuals.com › professionalGastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - The Merck Manuals

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   Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - Etiology, pathophysiology, symptoms, signs, diagnosis & prognosis from the Merck Manuals - Medical Professional Version.

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   What is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

   • StatPearls [Internet]. Catiele Antunes; Abdul Aleem; Sean A. Curtis. Last Update: July 3, 2023. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition that develops when there is a retrograde flow of stomach contents back into the esophagus. It can present as non-erosive reflux disease or erosive esophagitis.

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   How is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) diagnosed?

   • Diagnosis is clinical, sometimes with endoscopy, with or without acid testing. Treatment involves lifestyle modification, acid suppression using proton pump inhibitors, and sometimes surgical repair. (See also Overview of Esophageal and Swallowing Disorders.) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is common.

   Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - The Merck Manuals

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   What causes gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

   • (See "Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux in adults" .) The development of GERD reflects an imbalance between injurious or symptom-eliciting factors (reflux events, acidity of refluxate, esophageal sensitivity) and defensive factors (esophageal acid clearance, mucosal integrity) ( algorithm 1) [ 2,3 ].

   Pathophysiology of gastroesophageal reflux disease - UpToDate

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   What is gastro-oesophageal reflux disease?

   • Acta Otorhinolaryngol Ital. 2006 Oct; 26 (5): 241–246. Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease is a condition in which the reflux of gastric contents into the oesophagus provokes symptoms or complications and impairs quality of life.

   Pathophysiology of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease - PMC

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8. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › gerdGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - Symptoms and causes

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   May 24, 2024 · Overview. Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a condition in which stomach acid repeatedly flows back up into the tube connecting the mouth and stomach, called the esophagus. It's often called GERD for short. This backwash is known as acid reflux, and it can irritate the lining of the esophagus.