Clarrett Danisa M, Hachem Christine
Danisa M. Clarrett, MD, MS, is a Fellow in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Mo.
Christine Hachem, MD, is an Associate Professor of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Mo.
Mo Med. 2018 May-Jun;115(3):214-218.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common clinical problem, affecting millions of people worldwide. Patients are recognized by both classic and atypical symptoms. Acid suppressive therapy provides symptomatic relief and prevents complications in many individuals with GERD. Advances in diagnostic and therapeutic modalities have improved our ability to identify and manage disease complications. Here, we discuss the pathophysiology and effects of GERD, and provide information on the clinical approach to this common disorder.
胃食管反流病（GERD）是一个常见的临床问题，影响着全球数百万人。患者可通过典型症状和非典型症状来识别。抑酸治疗可为许多胃食管反流病患者缓解症状并预防并发症。诊断和治疗方式的进步提高了我们识别和处理疾病并发症的能力。在此，我们讨论胃食管反流病的病理生理学和影响，并提供有关这一常见病症临床处理方法的信息。
