The findings follow recent data suggesting that esophageal dysmotility may be associated with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), which often presents with dysphagia. Their findings follow recent data ...

J Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2014;29(2):284-290. Ineffective esophageal contractions can be associated with cough symptoms by contribution to higher refluxes of gastric contents leading to more prevalence ...

Northwestern Medicine scientists have developed a more accurate and standardized approach to interpreting a common test used to evaluate esophageal motor disorders, according to a study published in ...

Molecular imaging has uncovered what may be to blame for acid reflux disease, a painful and potentially dangerous illness that affects a sizeable percentage of the population. A new study provides ...

Esophageal motility disorders occur more frequently among adults aged 75 years and older. Individuals aged 75 years and older have a higher prevalence of esophageal motility disorders, particularly ...

Heartburn is common, but persistent chest discomfort or difficulty swallowing could signal serious issues. Gastroesophageal ...

For diseases of the stomach and/or esophagus, a general surgeon can perform the surgery if recommended. These conditions might be one of the following: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Barrett’s ...

Cough and deglutition are protective mechanisms that defend against aspiration. We identified mechanisms associated with cough provocation as well as those associated with cough resolution in infants ...

Credit: Shutterstock. End-stage lung disease may significantly increase the risk for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in patients undergoing lung transplant without primary esophageal disease.

Two-hundred and thirty six patients with GERD-related symptoms (159 females, age 47 ± 14 years, body mass index [BMI] 23.2 ± 3.7 kg/m 2) were included. All patients completed standard water perfused ...