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Query: UMLS:C0017168 (
gastroesophageal reflux disease
)
11,783
document(s) hit in 31,850,051 MEDLINE articles (0.00 seconds)
The association of
gastroesophageal reflux
(
GER
) and respiratory symptoms has been investigated for a long time. The results of large number of studies are often conflicting. It seems, however, that with present knowledge an agreement concerning causal relationship between
GER
and asthma is possible to achieve. This article is to clarify available information related to the subject. It presents current views on pathogenesis of
GER
, its extra esophageal manifestations, suggested mechanisms linking reflux and respiratory symptoms. We analyzed diagnostic methods used when reflux is suspected as a cause of asthma exacerbations. The treatment recommended in such cases and its efficacy is discussed.
Other diseases of the respiratory system
connected with
GER
are also presented.
...
PMID:[The influence of gastroesophageal reflux on asthma]. 1260 13
