Acid reflux and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

Br J Community Nurs. 2004 Aug;9(8):326-30. doi: 10.12968/bjcn.2004.9.8.15353.

Abstract

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common disease that is likely to increase in prevalence as the population becomes steadily more obese. Although generally benign reflux can, if untreated, lead to severe complications. This article describes the symptoms and diagnosis of acid reflux and GORD, and reviews currently available treatments ranging from lifestyle modification to surgery.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antacids / therapeutic use
  • Barrett Esophagus / etiology
  • Endoscopy, Digestive System
  • Esophagitis / etiology
  • Fundoplication
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / complications
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / diagnosis*
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / therapy*
  • Histamine H2 Antagonists / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Life Style
  • Nonprescription Drugs
  • Proton Pump Inhibitors

Substances

  • Antacids
  • Histamine H2 Antagonists
  • Nonprescription Drugs
  • Proton Pump Inhibitors