Herbst J J, Harnsberger J K
J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 1983;2 Suppl 1:S335-8. doi: 10.1097/00005176-198300201-00051.
There are major differences in gastroesophageal reflux between children and adults. Vomiting, failure to thrive, and respiratory symptoms are more common in children as is a spontaneous, complete resolution of symptoms over time. Abnormalities of gastric emptying are noted in both adults and children and may aggravate the reflux. Children have a better response than adults to surgery, both in the early and late postoperative period.
