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Review
. 1985 Apr;78(4):452-7.
doi: 10.1097/00007611-198504000-00023.

Reflux esophagitis: an update

J L Nelson 3rd, D O Castell
Review

Reflux esophagitis: an update

J L Nelson 3rd et al. South Med J. 1985 Apr.

Abstract

In recent years, much has been learned about the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of gastroesophageal (GE) reflux disease. Mucosal resistance, gastric contents, esophageal acid clearance, gastric emptying, and incompetency of the lower esophageal sphincter are contributing factors to GE reflux. Use of the various diagnostic tests and an overview of current therapy are summarized.

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