Reasons For Heartburn
- GERD, Acid Reflux, Heartburn Medications
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Symptoms
- Complications
Surgery
Surgical Management Of Barrett's Esophagus
Procedures to Remove the Mucus Lining. Various techniques or devices have been developed to remove the mucus lining of the esophagus. The intention is to remove early cancerous or precancerous tissue (high-grade dysplasia) and allow regrowth of new and hopefully healthy tissue in the esophagus.
Such techniques include photodynamic therapy (PDT), surgical removal of the abnormal lining, or ablation techniques, such as the use of laser, to destroy...
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From Our Sources
Heartburn from GERD more common in Western populations, study ...
A review of 31 published studies has found that heartburn from gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) is much more common in people in Western... Read more »
Kids' use of heartburn meds surges
Adults aren't the only patients taking heartburn meds. According to a new analysis, the number of children who take prescription medications has... Read more »
Common Heartburn Drugs Linked to Hip Fracture
News round up on popular heartburn drugs and a link to increased hip fractures. The New York Times ran an AP wire story. Study Finds a Link Between... Read more »
Plavix, heartburn drug combo boosts risks after heart attack: ...
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Heartburn
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Pyrosis; Non-cardiac chest pain Home Care Treat heartburn, especially if you often feel symptoms. Over time, reflux can damage the... Read more »
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