gastroesophageal reflux disease

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Decrease in Dietary Sugar Reduces GERD Symptoms and Esophageal Acid Exposure

Decrease in Dietary Sugar Reduces GERD Symptoms and Esophageal Acid Exposure

Although dietary changes are recommended for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), randomized controlled trials (RCTs) supporting these management strategies are lacking. This RCT evaluated

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A Negative Upper Endoscopy in Patients With GERD Reduces Incidence and Mortality From Upper GI Cancers

A Negative Upper Endoscopy in Patients With GERD Reduces Incidence and Mortality From Upper GI Cancers

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the most common reason for referral for upper endoscopy. This study sought to determine whether there is a relationship between

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Antireflux Surgery Is Associated With a Low 90-Day Mortality Rate in Patients With GERD

Antireflux Surgery Is Associated With a Low 90-Day Mortality Rate in Patients With GERD

Laparoscopic antireflux surgery (ARS) is an effective treatment for patients with well-documented gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In this retrospective cohort study, investigators used national databases

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Diaphragmatic Breathing Can Help Reduce GERD

Diaphragmatic Breathing Can Help Reduce GERD

Upright gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as upright reflux, is thought to be a result of increased intragastric pressure. In turn, increases in intragastric