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Gastroesophageal reflux disease
A chronic disorder characterized by reflux of the gastric and/or duodenal contents into the distal esophagus. It is usually caused by incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter. Symptoms include heartburn and acid indigestion. It may cause injury to the esophageal mucosa.
- Identifiers
- MONDO:0007186 OMIM:109350
- Also known as
- acid reflux · gastroesophageal reflux · gastroesophageal reflux, paediatric · ger · GERD
Subtypes
| Disease | Subtypes |
|---|---|
| Duodenogastric reflux |
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