Definition, epidemiology, and risk factors of gastroesophageal reflux disease
Abstract
Introduction Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is defined as a condition that develops when reflux of gastroduodenal contents into the esophagus causes troublesome symptoms or complications. The term “troublesome” refers to symptoms that interfere with the patient’s well-being and negatively affect quality of life1. This definition recognizes that GERD is not limited to the presence of […]
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments
Esophageal Cancer Research and Treatment
Helicobacter pylori-related gastroenterology studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Clínicas de gastroenterología de México (English Edition)
- Volume
- 1
- Issue
- 3
- Publication date
- 11 February 2026
- Language
- EN