Acid reflux and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

British Journal of Community Nursing
Alan R Watson, Timothy E Bowling

Abstract

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common disease that is likely to increase in prevalence as the population becomes steadily more obese. Although generally benign reflux can, if untreated, lead to severe complications. This article describes the symptoms and diagnosis of acid reflux and GORD, and reviews currently available treatments ranging from lifestyle modification to surgery.

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Jun 27, 2006·Lancet·Paul Moayyedi, Nicholas J Talley

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