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World J Gastrointest Pharmacol Ther. Aug 6, 2014; 5(3): 105-112
Published online Aug 6, 2014. doi: 10.4292/wjgpt.v5.i3.105
Published online Aug 6, 2014. doi: 10.4292/wjgpt.v5.i3.105
Diagnosis and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease
Raul Badillo, Dawn Francis, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL 32224, United States
Author contributions: Francis D and Badillo R solely contributed to this paper.
Correspondence to: Dawn Francis, MD, MHS, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, FL 32224, United States. francis.dawn@mayo.edu
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Received: January 24, 2014
Revised: June 10, 2014
Accepted: June 20, 2014
Published online: August 6, 2014
Processing time: 237 Days and 8.9 Hours
Revised: June 10, 2014
Accepted: June 20, 2014
Published online: August 6, 2014
Processing time: 237 Days and 8.9 Hours
Core Tip
Core tip: Given the high prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and the various complications which can result from inadequate treatment, it is important for practioners to have a proper understanding of the current approach to its diagnosis and management. Diagnostic tools including various methods of pH testing are discussed. Furthermore, it is important to understand the indications and contraindications to anti-reflux surgery in order to optimize our patient’s surgical outcomes. Management of GERD in the obese patient may involve bariatric surgery and this is also further discussed.