The global burden of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: more than just heartburn and regurgitation

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease is a common condition caused by the reflux of stomach contents into the oesophagus, leading to uncomfortable symptoms and complications.1Hampel H Abraham NS El-Serag HB Meta-analysis: obesity and the risk for gastroesophageal reflux disease and its complications.Ann Intern Med. 2005; 143: 199-211Crossref PubMed Scopus (896) Google Scholar, 2Eusebi LH Ratnakumaran R Yuan Y Solaymani-Dodaran M Bazzoli F Ford AC...