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Definition of Gastroesophageal reflux disease - Transient relaxation of the LES, leading to gastric acid reflux which causes esophageal mucosal injury Complications of GERD - Esophagitis, esophagus stricture, Barrett's esophagus, esophageal adenocarcinoma Definition of Barrett's esophagus - Esophageal squamous epithelium replaced by precancerous metaplastic columnar cells Clinical Manifestation of GERD - Heartburn (pyrosis) is hallmark, often restrosternal and postprandial; dyphagia; cough at night; regurgitation Diagnosis of GERD - 1. Clinical Dx 2. Endoscopy: often used 1st 3. Esophageal manometry 4. 24hr ambulatory pH monitoring: Gold standard but not usually done
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