The prevalence of GERD after peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) ranges from 13% to 58%. This variation is due to a lack of precise definitions and

Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a standard treatment option for patients with achalasia but is associated with a high incidence of postprocedure gastroesophageal reflux disease

Laparoscopic fundoplication (LF) as a treatment option for GERD involves 3 techniques based on the wrap extension: Nissen (total, 360°), Toupet (posterior, 270°), and Dor

In patients with GERD, there is a need to understand the poor symptom-reflux association and the potential role of psychological processes in reporting esophageal symptom

Sleeve gastrectomy (SG) has become a popular choice for weight loss due to its ease and effectiveness. However, it can worsen symptoms of esophageal reflux

For the treatment of patients with achalasia, peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) has shown comparable effectiveness to surgery. During POEM, the typical length of the myotomy

Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is increasingly being used as mainline therapy for patients with achalasia. After POEM, approximately 30% to 50% of patients experience abnormal

Per the Lyon Consensus, endoscopic documentation of Los Angeles (LA) grade C or D esophagitis is conclusive evidence of GERD, whereas LA grades A and

Atypical GERD symptoms, including cough and hoarseness, can be difficult to treat, even with proton pump inhibitors and laparoscopic surgical fundoplication. Transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF),

Erosive esophagitis, a complication of chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is documented in 30% to 50% of GERD patients undergoing endoscopy. Current guidelines recommend proton

A significant portion of patients with reflux-like symptoms do not have GERD and could potentially discontinue proton pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy. Although wireless pH monitoring

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

GERD, manifested by typical symptoms of heartburn as well as regurgitation and additional extraesophageal symptoms, such as chronic cough, sore throat, and globus sensation, affects

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

Among upper gastrointestinal (UGI) cancers, gastric and esophageal cancers rank third and sixth, respectively, as the most common cause of death due to cancer worldwide.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a relatively common condition impacting up to 40% of the adult population, can be treated with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), laparoscopic

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

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are the main treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, 30% to 50% of patients with GERD fail to achieve adequate

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

While the role of obesity in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and the role of GERD in Barrett’s esophagus (BE) are independently well established, there is