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1. 1. Gastroesophageal reflux : etiological factors

   Författare :Helena Nordenstedt; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Nyckelord :Estrogen; gastroesophageal reflux; H. pylori; lifestyles; population-based; postmenopausal hormone therapy; respiratory symptoms; twins;

   Sammanfattning : Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common health problems in the Western world today, affecting up to 20% of the adult population weekly and 50% monthly, generating substantial suffering among patients as well as significant costs to both patients and also to society in general. GERD can result in serious complications such as esophageal strictures, Barrett’s esophagus, and esophageal adenocarcinoma. LÄS MER