Abstract
Gastroesophageal reflux is a problem familiar to most pediatricians. The focus of this article is to provide a synopsis of the current state of knowledge regarding gastroesophageal reflux in the premature population, as well as to provide the practitioner with a rational basis upon which to diagnose and treat gastroesophageal reflux in this population.
MeSH terms
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Antiemetics / therapeutic use
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Diagnosis, Differential
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Fundoplication
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / diagnosis*
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / etiology
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / physiopathology
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / therapy
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Humans
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Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
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Infant, Newborn
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Infant, Premature, Diseases / diagnosis*
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Infant, Premature, Diseases / etiology
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Infant, Premature, Diseases / physiopathology
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Infant, Premature, Diseases / therapy
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Monitoring, Ambulatory