Medical treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease is common and is a chronic recurring condition. In view of our improved knowledge about the pathogenesis and complications of gastro-oesophageal reflux, the therapy should be individualized and a cost-effective approach should be attempted in its management.
Jalal
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PK
St James's University Hospital, Leeds.
Heatley
R V
RV
D000230:Adenocarcinoma / Q000209:etiology; D000465:Algorithms; D000863:Antacids / Q000191:economics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000897:Anti-Ulcer Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004938:Esophageal Neoplasms / Q000209:etiology; D004942:Esophagitis, Peptic / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D005764:Gastroesophageal Reflux / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015995:Prevalence
D000863:Antacids; D000897:Anti-Ulcer Agents