ContextGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a risk factor for adenocarcinoma of the
esophagus, a rare cancer whose incidence is increasing. Adenocarcinoma may develop …

Importance Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is prevalent worldwide, particularly in
developed countries. It is estimated that the prevalence of GERD in the United States is …

Background Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a very prevalent disorder. Medical
therapy improves symptoms in some but not all patients. Antireflux surgery is an excellent …

Background Esophageal achalasia is characterized by the absence of esophageal
peristalsis and by a dysfunctional lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Descriptions of clinical …

Introduction There is no question that Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is the best
treatment option for obesity combined with GERD. However, the influence of laparoscopic …

Purpose Aim of this systematic review is to assess the changes in esophageal motility and
acid exposure of the esophagus through esophageal manometry and 24-hours pH …

Abstract The Indian Society of Gastroenterology developed this evidence-based practice
guideline for management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults. A modified …

Objective: To determine the prevalence and proximal extent of gastroesophageal reflux
(GERD) in patients awaiting lung transplantation. Background: GERD has been postulated …

Summary Background Data: Patients with Barrett's esophagus (BE) are frequently offered
laparoscopic antireflux surgery (LARS) to treat symptoms. The effectiveness of this operation …

Background If a patient develops foregut symptoms after a fundoplication, it is assumed that
the operation has failed, and acid-reducing medications are often prescribed. Esophageal …