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Abstract
Gastroesophageal reflux is common in children and adults with cystic fibrosis (CF). Pathological gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is also frequent in patients of all ages with CF. This article reviews the pathophysiology, diagnostic work-up, management options, complications, and future directions in the evaluation and management of GERD - unique to and pertinent for - patients with CF in particular.Entities:
Keywords: Cystic fibrosis; Gastroesophageal reflux
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Year: 2017 PMID: 28986024 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcf.2017.07.007
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Cyst Fibros ISSN: 1569-1993 Impact factor: 5.482