Medical treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

Hosp Med. 2000 Jul;61(7):478-82. doi: 10.12968/hosp.2000.61.7.1378.

Abstract

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.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adenocarcinoma / etiology
  • Algorithms
  • Antacids / economics
  • Antacids / therapeutic use
  • Anti-Ulcer Agents / therapeutic use
  • Esophageal Neoplasms / etiology
  • Esophagitis, Peptic / complications
  • Esophagitis, Peptic / diagnosis
  • Esophagitis, Peptic / therapy
  • Female
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / complications
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / diagnosis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / drug therapy*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Prevalence

Substances

  • Antacids
  • Anti-Ulcer Agents