Disease-specific outcomes assessment for gastroesophageal reflux disease

Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am. 1999 Oct;9(4):657-63, viii.

Abstract

Endoscopy is commonly performed to evaluate patients with symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This review focuses on outcomes related to endoscopy in GERD. There is clear evidence that patients with GERD who have dysphagia are likely to benefit from endoscopy. In the vast majority of patients without dysphagia, the benefits of endoscopy are less certain and require further study.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Endoscopy, Digestive System* / methods
  • Endoscopy, Digestive System* / standards
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / diagnosis*
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Outcome Assessment, Health Care*