Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Ronnie Fass
Abstract
GERD may be diagnosed on the basis of symptoms and response to proton-pump inhibitors. Endoscopy is indicated in patients who have alarm symptoms or incomplete response to PPIs. Management includes lifestyle changes and medication.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineGERDRefluxDiseaseEndoscopyGastroenterologyProton-pump inhibitorInternal medicineIntensive care medicineGastroesophageal reflux and treatmentsHelicobacter pylori-related gastroenterology studiesEosinophilic Esophagitis