A review of reflux esophagitis around the world

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World J Gastroenterol. Aug 15, 1998; 4(4): 280-284
Published online Aug 15, 1998. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v4.i4.280

Table 2 Pathophysiologic factors contributing to the development of reflux

Incompetent lower esophageal sphincter

Low pressure sphincter

Short sphincter length

Poor esophageal peristalsis

Decreased amplitude of contractions

Absence of propagated peristalsis

Delayed gastric emptying

Inadequate gastric contractions

Partial gastric outlet obstruction

Mucosal susceptablity to refluxate

Acid

Pepsin

Bile

Duodenal fluid

Citation: Zarling EJ. A review of reflux esophagitis around the world. World J Gastroenterol 1998; 4(4): 280-284
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