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. 1991 Oct;37:2227–2235.

The Many Faces of Reflux

Understanding the mechanisms of gastroesophageal reflux

Alvin Newman
PMCID: PMC2145694  PMID: 21229095

Abstract

While gastroesophageal reflux frequently presents as heartburn, other symptoms can dominate the clinical picture. This article describes recent advances in understanding the mechanisms of gastroesophageal reflux and in diagnosing and treating it.

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