Abstract
Although proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are now the first-line treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), surgery still has several specific indications. We review the current treatment of GERD and discuss how antireflux surgery fits into the overall scheme.
Publication types
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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Review
MeSH terms
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Barrett Esophagus / surgery
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Cough / etiology
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Esophageal pH Monitoring
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Esophagitis, Peptic / surgery
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / complications
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / drug therapy
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Gastroesophageal Reflux / surgery*
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Heartburn / etiology
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Heartburn / therapy
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Humans
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Laryngitis / etiology
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Laryngopharyngeal Reflux / drug therapy
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Laryngopharyngeal Reflux / surgery*
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Proton Pump Inhibitors / therapeutic use*