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J. Wilson, Kellner L Pruett
2008.8.5North Carolina Medical Journal
tlooto Summary
Evidence suggests that GERD is commonly overdiagnosed and overtreated, and adherence to guidelines may help reduce the harms of overdiagnosis.
Abstract
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is commonly managed in both primary and secondary care settings, as this condition occurs in patients of all ages and has a wide variety of clinical presentations. However, evidence suggests that GERD is commonly overdiagnosed and overtreated. Adherence to guidelines may help reduce the harms of overdiagnosis.
Citation format
WILSON, J.; PRUETT, Kellner L. Gastroesophageal reflux disease. North Carolina Medical Journal, 2008, 77: 202–205.